Serving 819 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Nexus Primary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 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 Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Nexus Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Nexus Primary's student population of 819 students has grown by 275% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 169% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Nexus Primary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Nexus Primary 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
#6525 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
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 Nexus Primary's ranking?
Kipp Nexus Primary is ranked #6525 out of 8,096 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Nexus Primary?
819 students attend Kipp Nexus Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Kipp Nexus Primary students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Nexus Primary?
Kipp Nexus Primary has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Nexus Primary offer ?
Kipp Nexus Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Nexus Primary part of?
Kipp Nexus Primary is part of KIPP Texas Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Nexus Primary located?
Kipp Nexus Primary is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Central Northwest.
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