Serving 725 students in grades 9-12, Kipp University Prep 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% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp University Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp University Prep High School's student population of 725 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp University Prep 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 University Prep High School is 0.10, 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
#6831 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp University Prep High School's ranking?
Kipp University Prep High School is ranked #6831 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kipp University Prep High School often compared to?
Kipp University Prep High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest High School, Harlandale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp University Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Kipp University Prep High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kipp University Prep High School?
725 students attend Kipp University Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kipp University Prep High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp University Prep High School?
Kipp University Prep High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp University Prep High School offer ?
Kipp University Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp University Prep High School part of?
Kipp University Prep High School is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp University Prep High School located?
Kipp University Prep High School is located in the Lone Star neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Lone Star.
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