Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Austin Comunidad 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Austin Comunidad's student population of 532 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Austin Comunidad 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 Comunidad is 0.22, 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
#6311 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
4%
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
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Comunidad's ranking?
Kipp Austin Comunidad is ranked #6311 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Austin Comunidad?
532 students attend Kipp Austin Comunidad.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kipp Austin Comunidad students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Austin Comunidad?
Kipp Austin Comunidad has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Austin Comunidad offer ?
Kipp Austin Comunidad offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Austin Comunidad part of?
Kipp Austin Comunidad is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Austin Comunidad located?
Kipp Austin Comunidad is located in the Heritage Hills neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Heritage Hills.
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