Serving 358 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Philosophers Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Philosophers Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Philosophers Academy's student population of 358 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Philosophers Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Philosophers Academy is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9185 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
41%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Philosophers Academy's ranking?
Kipp Philosophers Academy is ranked #9185 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Philosophers Academy often compared to?
Kipp Philosophers Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas A. Edison Middle School, Endeavour Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Philosophers Academy?
358 students attend Kipp Philosophers Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kipp Philosophers Academy students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Philosophers Academy?
Kipp Philosophers Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Philosophers Academy offer ?
Kipp Philosophers Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Philosophers Academy part of?
Kipp Philosophers Academy is part of KIPP Philosophers Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Philosophers Academy located?
Kipp Philosophers Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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