Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6901 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
30%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy is ranked #6901 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Empower Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy?
566 students attend Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy offer ?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy part of?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy is part of KIPP Vida Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy located?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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