Serving 1,155 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Kipp Academy Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Academy Charter School's student population of 1,155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 189 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,155 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
189 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Academy Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Academy Charter School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1087 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Academy Charter School's ranking?
Kipp Academy Charter School is ranked #1087 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Kipp Academy Charter School often compared to?
Kipp Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Preparatory Charter School, Nyc Charter High School - Aeci by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Kipp Academy Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Kipp Academy Charter School?
1,155 students attend Kipp Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kipp Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Academy Charter School?
Kipp Academy Charter School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Academy Charter School offer ?
Kipp Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kipp Academy Charter School part of?
Kipp Academy Charter School is part of KIPP Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Academy Charter School located?
Kipp Academy Charter School is located in the Concourse Village neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Concourse Village.
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