Serving 388 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Scholar Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Math Proficiency: 37%
- Reading Proficiency: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Scholar Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Scholar Academy's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kipp Scholar Academy is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
45%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Scholar Academy?
388 students attend Kipp Scholar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kipp Scholar Academy students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Scholar Academy?
Kipp Scholar Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Scholar Academy offer ?
Kipp Scholar Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Scholar Academy part of?
Kipp Scholar Academy is part of KIPP Scholar Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Scholar Academy located?
Kipp Scholar Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
Great school respectful students and loving teachers.Nothing else to say but WOW
2 5/21/2015
KIPP Scholar Academy has the absolute worst administrative team I have ever encountered. They have no true behavioral management systems in place and attempt to manage their students' behavior by yelling and physically intimidating them.
The school's chaotic culture breeds disrespect towards teachers and prevents rigorous learning. If you walk through the school hallways, all you hear are overwhelmed teachers yelling at students and trying to maintain order in their classrooms. Academics are not a priority at this school and they have extremely low academic expectations.
In the 2014-15 school year:
3 of their teachers resigned midyear.
50+ students withdrew from the school midyear
About 25% of their staff are not coming back next school year.
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