Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Kipp Somos Primary 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Somos Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Somos Primary's student population of 127 students has declined by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Somos Primary 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 Somos Primary is 0.37, 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
#4856 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Somos Primary's ranking?
Kipp Somos Primary is ranked #4856 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Somos Primary?
127 students attend Kipp Somos Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kipp Somos Primary students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Somos Primary?
Kipp Somos Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Somos Primary offer ?
Kipp Somos Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Kipp Somos Primary part of?
Kipp Somos Primary is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Somos Primary located?
Kipp Somos Primary is located in the North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in North Central.
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