Serving 820 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Legacy Preparatory 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Legacy Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Legacy Preparatory's student population of 820 students has declined by 11% 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
820 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Legacy Preparatory 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 Legacy Preparatory is 0.53, 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
#7798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
55%
54%
Black
42%
13%
White
n/a
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
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Legacy Preparatory's ranking?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory is ranked #7798 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Legacy Preparatory?
820 students attend Kipp Legacy Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kipp Legacy Preparatory students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Legacy Preparatory?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Legacy Preparatory offer ?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Legacy Preparatory part of?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Legacy Preparatory located?
Kipp Legacy Preparatory is located in the East Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in East Houston.
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