Serving 877 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Shine Prep ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Shine Prep's student population of 877 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
877 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Shine Prep 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 Shine Prep is 0.59, 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
#2198 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
39%
13%
White
1%
26%
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
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Shine Prep's ranking?
Kipp Shine Prep is ranked #2198 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Shine Prep?
877 students attend Kipp Shine Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kipp Shine Prep students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 6% 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 Shine Prep?
Kipp Shine Prep has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Shine Prep offer ?
Kipp Shine Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Shine Prep part of?
Kipp Shine Prep is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Shine Prep located?
Kipp Shine Prep is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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