Serving 583 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Sunnyside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Sunnyside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Sunnyside High School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Sunnyside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Sunnyside High School is 0.50, 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
#7087 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
62%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Sunnyside High School's ranking?
Kipp Sunnyside High School is ranked #7087 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Sunnyside High School?
The graduation rate of Kipp Sunnyside High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kipp Sunnyside High School?
583 students attend Kipp Sunnyside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Kipp Sunnyside High School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Sunnyside High School?
Kipp Sunnyside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Sunnyside High School offer ?
Kipp Sunnyside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Sunnyside High School part of?
Kipp Sunnyside High School is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Sunnyside High School located?
Kipp Sunnyside High School is located in the South Acres And Crestmont Park neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in South Acres And Crestmont Park.
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