Serving 1,058 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipp Comienza Community Prep ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Comienza Community Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Comienza Community Prep's student population of 1,058 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Comienza Community Prep ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Comienza Community Prep is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3091 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Comienza Community Prep's ranking?
Kipp Comienza Community Prep is ranked #3091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Comienza Community Prep?
1,058 students attend Kipp Comienza Community Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kipp Comienza Community Prep students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Comienza Community Prep?
Kipp Comienza Community Prep has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Comienza Community Prep offer ?
Kipp Comienza Community Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kipp Comienza Community Prep part of?
Kipp Comienza Community Prep is part of KIPP Comienza Community Prep School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Comienza Community Prep located?
Kipp Comienza Community Prep is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Huntington Park, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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