Serving 883 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Upland Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upland Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Upland Heights Elementary School's student population of 883 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
883 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Upland Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upland Heights Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1665 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
47%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upland Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Upland Heights Elementary School is ranked #1665 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Upland Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Upland Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramirez Elementary School, Lubbock-cooper Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Upland Heights Elementary School?
883 students attend Upland Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Upland Heights Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upland Heights Elementary School?
Upland Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Upland Heights Elementary School offer ?
Upland Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Upland Heights Elementary School part of?
Upland Heights Elementary School is part of Frenship Independent School District.
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