Serving 440 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Truth 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Truth Academy's student population of 440 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Truth Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Truth Academy is 0.54, 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
#7146 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Hispanic
50%
54%
Black
46%
13%
White
2%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Truth Academy's ranking?
Kipp Truth Academy is ranked #7146 out of 8,096 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 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Truth Academy?
440 students attend Kipp Truth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Kipp Truth Academy students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Truth Academy?
Kipp Truth Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Truth Academy offer ?
Kipp Truth Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Truth Academy part of?
Kipp Truth Academy is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Truth Academy located?
Kipp Truth 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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