Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 51%
- Reading Proficiency: 38%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
30%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Empower Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy?
551 students attend Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy offer ?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy part of?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy is part of KIPP Vida Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy located?
Kipp Vida Preparatory Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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