Serving 520 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Dubois Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Dubois Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Dubois Charter School's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Dubois Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Dubois Charter School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2158 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
99%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Dubois Charter School's ranking?
Kipp Dubois Charter School is ranked #2158 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kipp Dubois Charter School often compared to?
Kipp Dubois Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laboratory Charter School, The Science Leadership At Beeber by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Dubois Charter School?
The graduation rate of Kipp Dubois Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kipp Dubois Charter School?
520 students attend Kipp Dubois Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Kipp Dubois Charter School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Dubois Charter School?
Kipp Dubois Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kipp Dubois Charter School offer ?
Kipp Dubois Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Dubois Charter School part of?
Kipp Dubois Charter School is part of KIPP Dubois CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dubois Charter School located?
Kipp Dubois Charter School is located in the West Parkside neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Parkside.
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