Serving 929 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Dream Prep 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Dream Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Dream Prep's student population of 929 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
929 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Dream Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Dream Prep is 0.20, 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
#5920 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
1%
24%
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
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Dream Prep's ranking?
Kipp Dream Prep is ranked #5920 out of 8,096 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dream Prep?
929 students attend Kipp Dream Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kipp Dream Prep students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Dream Prep?
Kipp Dream Prep has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Dream Prep offer ?
Kipp Dream Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Dream Prep part of?
Kipp Dream Prep is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dream Prep located?
Kipp Dream Prep is located in the Northside And Northline neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside And Northline.
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