Serving 395 students in grades 6-9, Kipp Academy West ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Academy West's student population of 395 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Academy West ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Academy West is 0.56, 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
#3933 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
55%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Academy West's ranking?
Kipp Academy West is ranked #3933 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Academy West?
395 students attend Kipp Academy West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kipp Academy West students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Academy West?
Kipp Academy West has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Academy West offer ?
Kipp Academy West offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Kipp Academy West part of?
Kipp Academy West is part of KIPP Texas Public Schools.
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