Serving 657 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Houston High School 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 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: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Houston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kipp Houston High School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Houston High School 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 Houston High School is 0.48, 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
#2372 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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 Houston High School's ranking?
Kipp Houston High School is ranked #2372 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Houston High School?
The graduation rate of Kipp Houston High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kipp Houston High School?
657 students attend Kipp Houston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Kipp Houston High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Houston High School?
Kipp Houston High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Houston High School offer ?
Kipp Houston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Houston High School part of?
Kipp Houston High School is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Houston High School located?
Kipp Houston High School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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