Serving 324 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Poder 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Poder Academy's student population of 324 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Poder Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Poder Academy is 0.24, 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
#5269 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 Poder Academy's ranking?
Kipp Poder Academy is ranked #5269 out of 8,079 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Poder Academy?
324 students attend Kipp Poder Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kipp Poder Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Poder Academy?
Kipp Poder Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Poder Academy offer ?
Kipp Poder Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Poder Academy part of?
Kipp Poder Academy is part of KIPP Texas Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Poder Academy located?
Kipp Poder Academy is located in the North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in North Central.
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