Serving 681 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipp Star College Prep Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Star College Prep Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Star College Prep Charter School's student population of 681 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Star College Prep Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Star College Prep Charter School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1702 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
53%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Star College Prep Charter School's ranking?
Kipp Star College Prep Charter School is ranked #1702 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Kipp Star College Prep Charter School often compared to?
Kipp Star College Prep Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Kipp Star College Prep Charter School?
681 students attend Kipp Star College Prep Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kipp Star College Prep Charter School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Star College Prep Charter School?
Kipp Star College Prep Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Star College Prep Charter School offer ?
Kipp Star College Prep Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kipp Star College Prep Charter School part of?
Kipp Star College Prep Charter School is part of KIPP Star College Prep Charter School District.
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