Serving 783 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipp Compton Community ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California 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 California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Compton Community's student population of 783 students has grown by 127% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 113% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
783 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Compton Community ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Compton Community is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6609 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
64%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Compton Community's ranking?
Kipp Compton Community is ranked #6609 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Compton Community?
783 students attend Kipp Compton Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Kipp Compton Community students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Compton Community?
Kipp Compton Community has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Compton Community offer ?
Kipp Compton Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kipp Compton Community part of?
Kipp Compton Community is part of KIPP Compton Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Compton Community located?
Kipp Compton Community is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Compton, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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