Summary
Uplift Hampton Prep Middle in Dallas, TX, serves 510 students in grades 6-8 and is part of the Uplift Education district, with over 83% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. This school is a study in contrasts: it struggles significantly in core academics, especially math, yet it excels in keeping students enrolled and shows remarkable success with specific groups. For instance, its dropout rate is an exceptionally low 0.6%, far better than nearby schools like T W Browne Middle (3.5%) and Judge Louis A Bedford Junior Law Academy (3.3%). Additionally, English Language Learners at Uplift Hampton rank in the 72nd percentile statewide, a dramatic improvement from just two years ago and a clear strength compared to most neighboring schools.
Academically, the school presents a mixed picture. While 8th-grade Reading is a bright spot, with 61.04% of students proficient—above the state average of 58.69%—math performance is a major concern. Seventh-grade math proficiency has been reported at 0%, though 8th graders taking Algebra I (an advanced course) show a 44.83% proficiency rate. This pattern of higher Algebra I scores is common among local schools, including Desoto West Middle and J Herman Reed Middle, suggesting a strategy of placing select students into advanced math. However, the school's overall academic challenges are highlighted by the proximity of D A Hulcy Steam Middle, just over a mile away, which serves a similar population but outperforms the state in nearly every subject, including a 73.91% proficiency in 8th-grade Reading versus Hampton's 61.04%.
Other notable findings include inconsistent performance with Special Education students, which swung from a 68th percentile ranking to an 8th percentile ranking in two years, and below-average per-student spending of $8,804, compared to $13,555 at Wisdom Prep Middle in the same district. For parents, Uplift Hampton offers strong student retention and targeted support for English Language Learners and Multi-racial students, but families should be aware of significant academic gaps, particularly in math, and consider how the school's resources and strategies align with their child's needs.
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