KIPP King Collegiate High School is a free, public charter school located in San Lorenzo, California. Founded in 2007, KIPP King was named after Martin Luther King Jr.
Serving 690 students in grades 9-12, Kipp King Collegiate High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp King Collegiate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp King Collegiate High School's student population of 690 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Kipp King Collegiate High School 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 King Collegiate High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1447 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp King Collegiate High School's ranking?
Kipp King Collegiate High School is ranked #1447 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp King Collegiate High School often compared to?
Kipp King Collegiate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp King Collegiate High School?
The graduation rate of Kipp King Collegiate High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kipp King Collegiate High School?
690 students attend Kipp King Collegiate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kipp King Collegiate High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp King Collegiate High School?
Kipp King Collegiate High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp King Collegiate High School offer ?
Kipp King Collegiate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp King Collegiate High School part of?
Kipp King Collegiate High School is part of KIPP King Collegiate High School District.
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