Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Austin Obras 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Austin Obras ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Austin Obras's student population of 453 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Austin Obras 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 Obras is 0.17, 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
#7706 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
3%
26%
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
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Austin Obras's ranking?
Kipp Austin Obras is ranked #7706 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Austin Obras?
453 students attend Kipp Austin Obras.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kipp Austin Obras students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Austin Obras?
Kipp Austin Obras has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Austin Obras offer ?
Kipp Austin Obras offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Austin Obras part of?
Kipp Austin Obras is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Austin Obras located?
Kipp Austin Obras is located in the Southeast Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Southeast Austin.
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