KIPP SHARP COLLEGE PREP

KIPP SHARP COLLEGE PREP is a Title I public charter elementary school with about 898 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 35 teachers, KIPP SHARP COLLEGE PREP has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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 SHARP COLLEGE PREP is a public charter elementary school located in the Westchase area of Houston, Texas, serving students in grades PK–4. As part of the highly regarded KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Texas network, the school operates under a mission to prepare students for success in college and beyond. It utilizes a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a focus on character development, aiming to provide a high-quality education to children in underserved communities by fostering a structured, achievement-oriented school culture.

The school is well-known for its extended school days and commitment to long-term student outcomes, emphasizing the "work hard, be nice" philosophy common across the KIPP network. By prioritizing small-group instruction and consistent parent-teacher collaboration, KIPP Sharp strives to close the achievement gap and ensure that its students possess the foundational skills and self-discipline necessary to thrive in middle school, high school, and eventually post-secondary education.

For more information, contact KIPP SHARP COLLEGE PREP at (281) 879-3000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.