Serving 480 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Academy Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Academy Middle School's student population of 480 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Academy Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Academy Middle School is 0.52, 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
#2838 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
35%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Academy Middle School's ranking?
Kipp Academy Middle School is ranked #2838 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kipp Academy Middle School often compared to?
Kipp Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony School Of Discovery - Houston by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Academy Middle School?
480 students attend Kipp Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Kipp Academy Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Academy Middle School?
Kipp Academy Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Academy Middle School offer ?
Kipp Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Academy Middle School part of?
Kipp Academy Middle School is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Academy Middle School located?
Kipp Academy Middle School is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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