Serving 650 students in grades 6-10, Kipp Sharpstown College Prep ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 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: 6-10
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep's student population of 650 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Sharpstown College 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 Sharpstown College Prep is 0.37, 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
#1175 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
15%
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
90%
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 Sharpstown College Prep's ranking?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep is ranked #1175 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Sharpstown College Prep?
650 students attend Kipp Sharpstown College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kipp Sharpstown College Prep students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Sharpstown College Prep?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Sharpstown College Prep offer ?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is Kipp Sharpstown College Prep part of?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Sharpstown College Prep located?
Kipp Sharpstown College 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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