Serving 333 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Polaris For Boys 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Polaris For Boys ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Polaris For Boys's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Polaris For Boys 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 Polaris For Boys is 0.45, 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
#6576 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Polaris For Boys's ranking?
Kipp Polaris For Boys is ranked #6576 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Polaris For Boys?
333 students attend Kipp Polaris For Boys.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Kipp Polaris For Boys students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Polaris For Boys?
Kipp Polaris For Boys has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Polaris For Boys offer ?
Kipp Polaris For Boys offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Polaris For Boys part of?
Kipp Polaris For Boys is part of KIPP Texas Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Polaris For Boys located?
Kipp Polaris For Boys is located in the East Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in East Houston.
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