Serving 1,132 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kipp Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Academy Charter School's student population of 1,132 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has grown by 79% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Academy Charter School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1474 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
44%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Academy Charter School's ranking?
Kipp Academy Charter School is ranked #1474 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Kipp Academy Charter School often compared to?
Kipp Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Kipp Academy Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kipp Academy Charter School?
1,132 students attend Kipp Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kipp Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Academy Charter School?
Kipp Academy Charter School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Academy Charter School offer ?
Kipp Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Academy Charter School part of?
Kipp Academy Charter School is part of KIPP Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Academy Charter School located?
Kipp Academy Charter School is located in the Concourse Village neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Concourse Village.
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