Serving 1,052 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kipp Journey Primary 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Journey Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Journey Primary's student population of 1,052 students has grown by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 109% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,052 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Journey Primary 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 Journey Primary is 0.63, 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
#3375 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
46%
54%
Black
39%
13%
White
3%
24%
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
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Journey Primary's ranking?
Kipp Journey Primary is ranked #3375 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Journey Primary?
1,052 students attend Kipp Journey Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Kipp Journey Primary students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Journey Primary?
Kipp Journey Primary has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Journey Primary offer ?
Kipp Journey Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kipp Journey Primary part of?
Kipp Journey Primary is part of KIPP Texas School District.
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