Serving 789 students in grades 6-11, Kipp Sharpstown College Prep 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 6-11
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep's student population of 789 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
789 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep 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 Sharpstown College Prep is 0.35, 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
#2849 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
80%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
4%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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 Sharpstown College Prep's ranking?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep is ranked #2849 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Sharpstown College Prep?
789 students attend Kipp Sharpstown College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Kipp Sharpstown College Prep students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Sharpstown College Prep?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Sharpstown College Prep offer ?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Kipp Sharpstown College Prep part of?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Sharpstown College Prep located?
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep is located in the Mid West neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid West.
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