Serving 398 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (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 398 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Kipp Philosophers Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 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
#9044 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
44%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Philosophers Academy's ranking?
Kipp Philosophers Academy is ranked #9044 out of 9,523 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
398 students attend Kipp Philosophers Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kipp Philosophers Academy students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% 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 21:1, which is equal to 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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