KIPP AUSTIN COMUNIDAD

KIPP AUSTIN COMUNIDAD is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 600 students offering grade levels from 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 36 teachers, KIPP AUSTIN COMUNIDAD has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 AUSTIN COMUNIDAD is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter elementary school located in Austin, Texas. As part of the broader KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Texas network, the school is designed to serve historically underserved communities, focusing on preparing students for success in college and beyond. The campus emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a supportive school culture that prioritizes character development, critical thinking, and the fostering of a strong sense of community among students, staff, and families.

The school's philosophy centers on the belief that every child has the potential to succeed regardless of their zip code. By implementing longer school days and extended academic calendars, KIPP AUSTIN COMUNIDAD aims to provide students with the foundational skills necessary to thrive in middle school and throughout their academic careers. The school actively partners with parents and the surrounding Austin community to create a holistic learning environment, striving to close the opportunity gap and empower its students to become leaders in their future endeavors.

For more information, contact KIPP AUSTIN COMUNIDAD at (512) 501-3643 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.