Serving 927 students in grades 6-12, Kipp Connect Preparatory ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 97% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Connect Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Connect Preparatory's student population of 927 students has grown by 109% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
927 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Connect Preparatory ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Connect Preparatory is 0.40, 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
#2237 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
3%
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
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Connect Preparatory's ranking?
Kipp Connect Preparatory is ranked #2237 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Connect Preparatory?
927 students attend Kipp Connect Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kipp Connect Preparatory students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 7% 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 Connect Preparatory?
Kipp Connect Preparatory has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Connect Preparatory offer ?
Kipp Connect Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Kipp Connect Preparatory part of?
Kipp Connect Preparatory is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Connect Preparatory located?
Kipp Connect Preparatory is located in the Sharpstown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Sharpstown.
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