Serving 423 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Heartwood Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Heartwood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Heartwood Academy's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Honor | Excellence | Absolute Determination | Responsibility | Team
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Kipp Heartwood Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Heartwood Academy is 0.48, 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
#1355 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Heartwood Academy's ranking?
Kipp Heartwood Academy is ranked #1355 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Heartwood Academy often compared to?
Kipp Heartwood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Heartwood Academy?
423 students attend Kipp Heartwood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Kipp Heartwood Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Heartwood Academy?
Kipp Heartwood Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Heartwood Academy offer ?
Kipp Heartwood Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Heartwood Academy part of?
Kipp Heartwood Academy is part of KIPP Heartwood Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Heartwood Academy located?
Kipp Heartwood Academy is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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