Serving 1,092 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kipp Journey Primary 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,092 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Journey Primary's student population of 1,092 students has grown by 106% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 104% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,092 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Journey Primary 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 Journey Primary is 0.61, 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
#2387 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
43%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Journey Primary's ranking?
Kipp Journey Primary is ranked #2387 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Journey Primary?
1,092 students attend Kipp Journey Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Kipp Journey Primary students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Journey Primary?
Kipp Journey Primary has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Journey Primary offer ?
Kipp Journey Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kipp Journey Primary part of?
Kipp Journey Primary is part of KIPP Texas School District.
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