Serving 462 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep's student population of 462 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep is 0.35, 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
#2088 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
1%
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
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep's ranking?
Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep is ranked #2088 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep?
462 students attend Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep?
Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep offer ?
Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep part of?
Kipp Sharpstown Colege Prep is part of KIPP Texas Public Schools School District.
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