Serving 328 students in grades 9-11, Kipp Somos High School 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 9-11
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Somos High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Somos High School's student population of 328 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Somos High School 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 Somos High School is 0.13, 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
#2685 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
3%
26%
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
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Somos High School's ranking?
Kipp Somos High School is ranked #2685 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Somos High School?
328 students attend Kipp Somos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kipp Somos High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Somos High School?
Kipp Somos High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Somos High School offer ?
Kipp Somos High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Kipp Somos High School part of?
Kipp Somos High School is part of KIPP Texas Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Somos High School located?
Kipp Somos High School is located in the Woodlawn Lake neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Woodlawn Lake.
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