Serving 319 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Oak Cliff 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy's student population of 319 students has grown by 184% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 271% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Oak Cliff 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 Oak Cliff Academy is 0.55, 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
#8010 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)15-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
49%
13%
White
2%
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
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Oak Cliff Academy's ranking?
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy is ranked #8010 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Oak Cliff Academy?
319 students attend Kipp Oak Cliff Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Kipp Oak Cliff Academy students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Oak Cliff Academy?
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Oak Cliff Academy offer ?
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Oak Cliff Academy part of?
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Oak Cliff Academy located?
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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