Serving 512 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Aspire Academy 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Aspire Academy's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Aspire Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Aspire Academy is 0.13, 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
#7080 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
2%
25%
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
87%
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 Aspire Academy's ranking?
Kipp Aspire Academy is ranked #7080 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kipp Aspire Academy often compared to?
Kipp Aspire Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harlandale High School, Southwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kipp Aspire Academy?
512 students attend Kipp Aspire Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kipp Aspire Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Aspire Academy?
Kipp Aspire Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Aspire Academy offer ?
Kipp Aspire Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Aspire Academy part of?
Kipp Aspire Academy is part of KIPP Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Aspire Academy located?
Kipp Aspire Academy is located in the Lone Star neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Lone Star.
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