Serving 804 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Climb Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Climb Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Climb Academy's student population of 804 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Climb Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Climb Academy is 0.33, 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
#6156 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
1%
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
89%
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 Climb Academy's ranking?
Kipp Climb Academy is ranked #6156 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Climb Academy?
804 students attend Kipp Climb Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Kipp Climb Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Climb Academy?
Kipp Climb Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Climb Academy offer ?
Kipp Climb Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Climb Academy part of?
Kipp Climb Academy is part of KIPP Texas Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Climb Academy located?
Kipp Climb Academy is located in the Meadowbrook And Allendale neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Meadowbrook And Allendale.
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