Serving 509 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Intrepid Preparatory 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Intrepid Preparatory's student population of 509 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Intrepid Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Intrepid Preparatory is 0.10, 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
#5435 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Intrepid Preparatory's ranking?
Kipp Intrepid Preparatory is ranked #5435 out of 8,096 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 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Intrepid Preparatory?
509 students attend Kipp Intrepid Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kipp Intrepid Preparatory students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Intrepid Preparatory?
Kipp Intrepid Preparatory has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Intrepid Preparatory offer ?
Kipp Intrepid Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Intrepid Preparatory part of?
Kipp Intrepid Preparatory is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Intrepid Preparatory located?
Kipp Intrepid Preparatory is located in the Lawndale And Wayside neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Lawndale And Wayside.
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