Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Empower Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Empower Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Empower Academy's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Kipp Empower Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Empower Academy is 0.50, 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
#4604 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
39%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
KIPP Empower Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Empower Academy's ranking?
Kipp Empower Academy is ranked #4604 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Empower Academy?
588 students attend Kipp Empower Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kipp Empower Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Empower Academy?
Kipp Empower Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Empower Academy offer ?
Kipp Empower Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Empower Academy part of?
Kipp Empower Academy is part of KIPP Empower Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Empower Academy located?
Kipp Empower 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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