Uplift Wisdom
FREE Public School
Proudly Serving South Oak Cliff, DeSoto, Lancaster
About Our School
Uplift Wisdom Preparatory serves grades Pre-K through 12th and is part of Uplift Education, the largest charter school network in North Texas. Our beautiful campus is located in South Oak Cliff. We are proud of our small school feel and tight-knit community of families. 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!
Tuition cost:
Free
Founded:
2016
Grades:
Pre-K - 12th
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Students Served:
1400
Mascot:
Warrior
Uniforms:
Yes
Map/Directions:
STAAR Results:
*
Uplift Wisdom Pre-K is housed at Uplift Pinnacle and these scholars are guaranteed seats at Uplift Wisdom for Kindergarten and beyond.
Academics at Uplift Wisdom
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.
Our high school is authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate® (IB®) Diploma Program to every student. What is IB®? The IB® program develops 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 Wisdom
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.
Dual Language Program
This school is proud to offer a two-way dual language program for its Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade students. Our two-way dual language program takes a collaborative approach, bringing together English-speaking and Spanish-speaking students to learn in both languages. A two-way program consists of 50% scholars who are fluent in the partner language (Spanish) and 50% English-speaking peers.
Seats are limited and spots are offered after acceptance to an Uplift school offering dual language. Learn more about dual language programming.
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
Applying to an Uplift school is free and as easy as 1, 2, 3!
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📢 Important Announcement 📢 Uplift schools will be OPEN tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19, 2025! 🎒✨ Our schools will be warm and ready for a great day of learning. 🤗 🥶❄️ Cold temperatures are expected, so please bundle up your scholars before heading to school! We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow. Stay safe and stay warm! #Attendancematters
Celebrate the great choice you’ve made for your child’s future! You made the right choice once—celebrate and make it again! Re-enroll your child at Uplift Education and keep them on the Road to College and Career (RTCC). Our unique programs offer personalized college planning, career exploration and guidance, and scholarship opportunities to prepare your scholar for a successful future in college and career beyond high school. Visit uplifteducation.org/reenroll to secure your scholar’s seat for the 2025–26 school year!
Free Football Skills Camp for 3rd – 5th Graders at Uplift Hampton! 🏈 With our new tackle football program launching next school year, we’re excited to host a pee wee skills camp March 22nd from 9:30 – 12pm! This camp is hosted by Brandon Carr, Head Football Coach and Senior Director of Network Athletics, and will focus on movement skills such as catching and throwing, footwork, coordination, and field awareness. Students in grades 3-5 can register to attend - no football experience needed! Learn more about our new program and register for a spot at these free camps! Space is limited! Register here: https://uplifteducation.org/programs/pee-wee-skills-camp/
Map & Directions
- 301 W. Camp Wisdom Rd., Dallas, TX 75232
Located in south Oak Cliff near the intersection of I-35 and Camp Wisdom
*Only schools authorized by the IB® Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme, or the Career-related Programme (CP). This school’s primary and middle school are in the consideration or candidacy phase of authorization.
