Serving 593 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Iluminar 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Iluminar Academy's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
593 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Kipp Iluminar Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Iluminar Academy is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4211 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Iluminar Academy's ranking?
Kipp Iluminar Academy is ranked #4211 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Iluminar Academy often compared to?
Kipp Iluminar Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Raices Academy, Kipp Sol Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Iluminar Academy?
593 students attend Kipp Iluminar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kipp Iluminar Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Iluminar Academy?
Kipp Iluminar Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Iluminar Academy offer ?
Kipp Iluminar Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Iluminar Academy part of?
Kipp Iluminar Academy is part of KIPP Iluminar Academy School District.
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