Serving 904 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Sharp Prep ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Sharp Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kipp Sharp Prep's student population of 904 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
904 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Sharp Prep ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Sharp Prep is 0.57, 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
#1555 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
5%
26%
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
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Sharp Prep's ranking?
Kipp Sharp Prep is ranked #1555 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Sharp Prep?
904 students attend Kipp Sharp Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Kipp Sharp Prep students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Sharp Prep?
Kipp Sharp Prep has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Sharp Prep offer ?
Kipp Sharp Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Sharp Prep part of?
Kipp Sharp Prep is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Sharp Prep located?
Kipp Sharp Prep is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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