Serving 408 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy is 0.40, 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
#1936 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy is ranked #1936 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Heartwood Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy?
408 students attend Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy?
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy offer ?
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy part of?
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy is part of KIPP Prize Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy located?
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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