Uplift Pinnacle
FREE Public School
Proudly Serving South Dallas and Oak Cliff
About Our School
Established in 2011, Uplift Pinnacle is located in the heart of the Oak Cliff/Southern Dallas area. The school serves grades Pre-K through 5th, and students have the option to continue to nearby Uplift Wisdom for middle school and high school (students at Uplift Pinnacle will receive automatic admission to Uplift Wisdom when moving from 5th to 6th grade). 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!
Academics at Uplift Pinnacle
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®) Primary Years Program (PYP) to every student. What is IB®? The IB® PYP programs help our youngest students thrive academically while also:
- Learning how the world works and their place in it.
- Understanding how to express themselves.
- Obtaining the skills to organize themselves and manage their time.
After 5th grade, Uplift students will progress to an Uplift middle and high school where they will continue with the IB® middle years and diploma programs.
Programs at Uplift Pinnacle
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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Map & Directions
- 2510 South Vernon Avenue, Dallas, TX 75224
Located in Oak Cliff just west of I-30 at the intersection of Vernon Ave. and W. Illinois