Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Ignite Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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-4
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Ignite Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Ignite Academy's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
442 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Ignite Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Ignite Academy is 0.52, 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
#8919 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%

Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%

Black
41%
5%

White
n/a
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Ignite Academy's ranking?
Kipp Ignite Academy is ranked #8919 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Ignite Academy often compared to?
Kipp Ignite Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mayo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Ignite Academy?
442 students attend Kipp Ignite Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kipp Ignite Academy students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Ignite Academy?
Kipp Ignite Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Ignite Academy offer ?
Kipp Ignite Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Ignite Academy part of?
Kipp Ignite Academy is part of KIPP Ignite Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Ignite Academy located?
Kipp Ignite Academy is located in the Green Meadows neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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