Serving 950 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Legacy 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Legacy Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Legacy Preparatory's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Legacy Preparatory 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 Legacy Preparatory is 0.53, 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
#7836 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
45%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Legacy Preparatory's ranking?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory is ranked #7836 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Legacy Preparatory?
950 students attend Kipp Legacy Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kipp Legacy Preparatory students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Legacy Preparatory?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Legacy Preparatory offer ?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Legacy Preparatory part of?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Legacy Preparatory located?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory is located in the East Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in East Houston.
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