Uplift Heights
FREE Public School
Proudly Serving West Dallas and Westmoreland Heights
About Our School
Uplift Heights sits on two beautiful campuses in West Dallas and has unique ties to the community and businesses. The tight knit community of families bonds through annual festivals and events. Scholars at Uplift Heights help shape the culture of the school and “Condor Pride” runs deep. The high school is nationally recognized as one of the top high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Schedule a tour to see for yourself how we are raising the expectations for education!
Schedule a tour to see for yourself how we are raising the expectations for education!
Home of Heights Healthcare Institute
In 2023, Uplift Education with Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) was selected as one of 10 education/healthcare providers nationwide to receive a substantial $14.9 million grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies resulting in the creation of Uplift Heights Healthcare Institute, a career-technical education (CTE) high school located on the Uplift Heights Preparatory Secondary campus. The program prepares scholars with the skills needed to succeed in today’s most in-demand healthcare careers through Healthcare Therapeutic, Biomedical Science, Nursing, and Healthcare Operations learning pathways.
Apply now and embark on a transformative journey with Uplift Education and give your scholar endless opportunities in the healthcare industry.
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Academics at Uplift Heights
We start with strong academics that tie lessons to real world situations. Then we cater the lessons to your child’s unique needs. Your child will be learning exactly what they are prepared to learn while being challenged to grow.
This school is authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate® (IB®) Programs to every student. What is IB®? The IB® programs develop students who are:
- inquiring, knowledgeable and caring.
- motivated to succeed.
- aware of and care about the world around them.
Students earning an IB® Diploma have an advantage:
- Guaranteed 24 hours of college credit in Texas public university.
- College graduation rate of 79% vs. 39% without an IB® diploma.
- Higher acceptance rate at top colleges and universities.
- An education that prepares them for college and life.
Programs at Uplift Heights Secondary
Social and Emotional Learning
Our social and emotional learning programs are raising the bar for SEL in education. We understand the importance of creating an environment of stability, belonging, and safety for every scholar. At Uplift, students grow their social and emotional maturity thanks to:
- Daily lessons that help build character, empathy, and positive relationships.
- Frequent surveys that provide feedback to teachers and staff to identify emotional concerns with students.
- Licensed behavioral counselors on every campus.
The Uplift Education Difference
Discover Uplift's unique approach to education, designed to empower students to excel. Our differences not only set us apart—they pave the way for exceptional futures.
- Academics that connect learning with real-world concepts and ideas.
- Life skills needed to be successful in school and beyond.
- Caring teachers and personalized learning help every child achieve their full potential.
- Social and emotional learning in every day lessons builds character and healthy relationships.
- College and career preparation to support whatever path our students choose.
- Support for alums after graduation through college and career decisions.
100%
College acceptance for more than 20 years
4X
National average for college degree attainment
13%
Higher than state average for college preparedness
$23k
Higher average salaries for Uplift alums
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Uplift Heights Primary
We're calling all Dad's, Grand Dad's, and Men in Suits. Put on your suit and Join us for a Clap in! Help us welcome back scholars from the break by clapping them in and encouraging them to have a great week! Please complete Vomo (background check) and bring your ID the day of the event. https://uplift-education.vomo.org/opportunity/heights-primary-dad-clap-in
Thanksgiving Break Alert! 🍁 Please mark your calendars. Both campuses and the Central Management Office will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24th to 28th. May your days off be full of gratitude, good food, and great company! 🍂 🔗 Download the 2025-26 calendar in the link in our bio to stay up to date on the upcoming holidays!
💙 Parent Involvement Day – Volunteer With Us! 💙 We’re celebrating National Parent Involvement Week by inviting our amazing families to join us on campus for Parent Involvement Day! Come volunteer for an hour, a few hours, or the whole day — any amount of time makes a huge difference! We need support with: 🚗 Morning Carline 🎒 School Store Buddy distribution ✂️ Cutting, printing, laminating 🎨 Decorating 📦 Organizing 🚗 Afternoon Carline If you’d like to join us, please sign up using the link below. 🔍 All volunteers must have an approved background check. We appreciate you and can’t wait to have you on campus! 💛 https://uplift-education.vomo.org/opportunity/heights-primary-parent-involvement-day
Uplift Heights Secondary
Thanksgiving Break Alert! 🍁 Please mark your calendars. Both campuses and the Central Management Office will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24th to 28th. May your days off be full of gratitude, good food, and great company! 🍂 🔗 Download the 2025-26 calendar in the link in our bio to stay up to date on the upcoming holidays!
𝙉𝙤𝙩 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝘼𝙄—Just real ways to explore your passions and interests and build friendships. Whether it’s sports, clubs, dance, the arts, or academic competitions, your memory-building experience awaits. New students apply today for the 2026-27 school year. It’s free to apply and free to attend! Apply now: https://uplifteducation.org/apply/
Our Helping Hands club teamed up with Mercy Street to wrap gifts for families in our community! 🎁💙 So proud of our scholars for giving back this holiday season. #HelpingHands #CommunityService #CondorProud @mercystreetdallas
📅𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! Join Uplift Education scholars, families, and staff on November 8 as we come together to serve and strengthen our community through a day of giving back. 💙 From helping out at Texas Discovery Gardens to lending a hand at Tarrant Area Food Bank or SPCA of Texas, there’s a volunteer opportunity for everyone! 🌳🐾 All volunteers will receive a free Raising Cane’s Kids Meal voucher 🍗 and a Big Event T-shirt! 👕 Sign up today and be part of something BIG: 👉 https://uplift-education.vomo.org/initiative/the-big-event-2025 #UpliftBigEvent #CommunityStrong #UpliftEducation
Map & Directions
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Uplift Heights - Primary
2202 Calypso Street, Dallas, TX 75212
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Uplift Heights - Secondary
2806 Canada Drive, Dallas, TX 75212
Primary campus is near the intersection of Hampton and Canada in Dallas, just south of the Trinity River, and the secondary campus is 1 mile to the west of the primary campus.