Providing wider educational opportunities in a community can lead to lower unemployment, less reliance on public assistance, and higher tax revenue. It can also help reduce crime, improve public health, and increase political and civic engagement.
Research also shows a strong connection between increased school spending and higher graduation rates. One study found that when per-pupil spending increased by 10% across all 12 school-age years, students were more likely to complete more years of school and earn more as adults.
Life School currently holds a 100% graduation rate.
The first draft of the master plan placed the fields east of the high school. After receiving feedback from the community, the stadium was moved southeast to provide a wider buffer from the neighboring community.
The areas to the east and southeast of the planned high school were chosen because of the naturally-flat terrain. They also provide the greatest amount of privacy for our neighbors because they push the 2-story high school forward and away from the property line.
The chosen location also limits the impact on local wildlife, limits destruction of trees and the local habitat, and limits impact to natural land grading and water run-off.
Life School does not consider itself a competitor with Duncanville ISD. We support any school that serves students and families well; and we welcome opportunities to be community partners with other schools in the community.
Strong schools improve education for all families and add to the appeal of the local community.
It is also important to note that many Life School families will attend from other areas in the Best Southwest. Charter schools are not limited to traditional city boundaries when enrolling families.



