KIPP EXCELENCIA COMMUNITY PREPARATORY

KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Redwood City Elementary school district, located in Redwood City, CA with about 583 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory has a student/teacher ratio of about 30:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory, located in Redwood City, California, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades TK–8. As part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Bay Area network, the school is founded on the philosophy that all students, regardless of their background, can succeed in college and beyond. The campus emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a focus on character development, aiming to prepare students not just for high school achievement, but for long-term success in both their professional and personal lives.

The school is known for its strong community-centered culture and its commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for families. KIPP Excelencia typically offers extended school days and a structured learning environment designed to provide additional academic support and enrichment opportunities. By maintaining high expectations and providing consistent mentorship, the school seeks to close the achievement gap and empower its students to become leaders within their local community and the broader global society.

For more information, contact KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory at (510) 465-5477 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.