Serving 622 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Sunnyside High School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Sunnyside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Sunnyside High School's student population of 622 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
622 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
‘Joy and Student Agency’
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Kipp Sunnyside High School 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 Sunnyside High School is 0.49, 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
#7211 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
64%
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Sunnyside High School's ranking?
Kipp Sunnyside High School is ranked #7211 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Sunnyside High School?
The graduation rate of Kipp Sunnyside High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kipp Sunnyside High School?
622 students attend Kipp Sunnyside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Kipp Sunnyside High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Sunnyside High School?
Kipp Sunnyside High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Sunnyside High School offer ?
Kipp Sunnyside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Sunnyside High School part of?
Kipp Sunnyside High School is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Sunnyside High School located?
Kipp Sunnyside High School is located in the South Acres And Crestmont Park neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in South Acres And Crestmont Park.
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