Serving 802 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Austin Collegiate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Austin Collegiate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kipp Austin Collegiate's student population of 802 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Austin Collegiate ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Austin Collegiate is 0.10, 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
#2994 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Austin Collegiate's ranking?
Kipp Austin Collegiate is ranked #2994 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Austin Collegiate?
The graduation rate of Kipp Austin Collegiate is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Kipp Austin Collegiate?
802 students attend Kipp Austin Collegiate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kipp Austin Collegiate students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Austin Collegiate?
Kipp Austin Collegiate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Austin Collegiate offer ?
Kipp Austin Collegiate offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Austin Collegiate part of?
Kipp Austin Collegiate is part of KIPP Texas Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Austin Collegiate located?
Kipp Austin Collegiate is located in the Heritage Hills neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Heritage Hills.
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