Serving 823 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Austin Collegiate 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Austin Collegiate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Austin Collegiate's student population of 823 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Austin Collegiate 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 Collegiate is 0.12, 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
#6363 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Kipp Austin Collegiate's ranking?
Kipp Austin Collegiate is ranked #6363 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Austin Collegiate?
The graduation rate of Kipp Austin Collegiate is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kipp Austin Collegiate?
823 students attend Kipp Austin Collegiate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kipp Austin Collegiate students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Austin Collegiate?
Kipp Austin Collegiate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Austin Collegiate offer ?
Kipp Austin Collegiate offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Austin Collegiate part of?
Kipp Austin Collegiate is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Austin Collegiate located?
Kipp Austin Collegiate is located in the Heritage Hills neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Heritage Hills.
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