Serving 421 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Summit Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Summit Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kipp Summit Academy's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Summit Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Summit Academy is 0.58, 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
#1912 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
48%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Summit Academy's ranking?
Kipp Summit Academy is ranked #1912 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Summit Academy often compared to?
Kipp Summit Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp King Collegiate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Summit Academy?
421 students attend Kipp Summit Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kipp Summit Academy students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Summit Academy?
Kipp Summit Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Kipp Summit Academy offer ?
Kipp Summit Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Summit Academy part of?
Kipp Summit Academy is part of KIPP Summit Academy School District.
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