Serving 454 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Heritage Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Heritage Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kipp Heritage Academy's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Together we rise
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Kipp Heritage 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 Heritage Academy is 0.53, 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
#1268 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Heritage Academy's ranking?
Kipp Heritage Academy is ranked #1268 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Heritage Academy often compared to?
Kipp Heritage Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Heritage Academy?
454 students attend Kipp Heritage Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Kipp Heritage Academy students are Asian, 48% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Heritage Academy?
Kipp Heritage Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Heritage Academy offer ?
Kipp Heritage Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Heritage Academy part of?
Kipp Heritage Academy is part of KIPP Heritage Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Heritage Academy located?
Kipp Heritage Academy is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in South San Jose.
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