KIPP NEXUS PRI

KIPP NEXUS PRI is a public charter elementary school with about 90 students. With about 7 teachers, KIPP NEXUS PRI has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 NEXUS PRImary School, located on Watonga Blvd in Houston, is part of the well-known KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Texas network. As a public charter school, it operates with a mission to provide high-quality, college-preparatory education to students in underserved communities. The school focuses on building a strong academic foundation in the early grades, emphasizing literacy, numeracy, and character development to ensure students are prepared for long-term academic success.

Like other schools in the KIPP network, KIPP NEXUS PRImary is characterized by its structured learning environment, a longer school day, and a culture that prioritizes both rigorous instruction and the "KIPP values" of grit, community, and curiosity. By fostering a supportive and disciplined atmosphere, the school aims to bridge the achievement gap and empower its young learners with the essential skills and confidence needed to navigate their future educational journeys.

For more information, contact KIPP NEXUS PRI at (832) 328-1051 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4211 WATONGA BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77092
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KIPP NEXUS PRI is a public Charter school in HOUSTON, TX with about 90 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
New
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Total Students:
90
Teachers:
7.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 90 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending KIPP NEXUS PRI is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 76% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
75.6%
Black or African American
15.6%
White
6.7%
Two or more races
2.2%

Female
45.6%
Male
54.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.