Serving 447 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Austin Beacon Prep ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Austin Beacon Prep is 0.15, 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
#6329 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Austin Beacon Prep's ranking?
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep is ranked #6329 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Austin Beacon Prep?
447 students attend Kipp Austin Beacon Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Kipp Austin Beacon Prep students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Austin Beacon Prep?
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Austin Beacon Prep offer ?
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Austin Beacon Prep part of?
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Austin Beacon Prep located?
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep is located in the Southeast Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Southeast Austin.
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