Serving 869 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kipp Shine Prep ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Shine Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kipp Shine Prep's student population of 869 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Shine Prep ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Shine Prep is 0.59, 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
#2095 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
1%
25%
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
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Shine Prep's ranking?
Kipp Shine Prep is ranked #2095 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Shine Prep?
869 students attend Kipp Shine Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kipp Shine Prep students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Shine Prep?
Kipp Shine Prep has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Shine Prep offer ?
Kipp Shine Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Shine Prep part of?
Kipp Shine Prep is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Shine Prep located?
Kipp Shine Prep is located in the Alief neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Alief.
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