KIPP SAN JOSE COLLEGIATE

KIPP San Jose Collegiate is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the East Side Union High school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 489 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 17 teachers, KIPP San Jose Collegiate has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. 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 San Jose Collegiate (KSJC) is a public charter high school located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, California. As part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Bay Area network, the school operates on the core belief that every student has the potential to succeed in college and beyond. The campus is designed to provide a rigorous academic environment that balances high expectations with strong emotional support, aiming to close the opportunity gap for students in the local community.

The school’s curriculum is highly college-preparatory, emphasizing critical thinking, writing, and analytical skills necessary for post-secondary success. Beyond academics, KSJC places a significant focus on character development and community values, often referred to as "KIPP culture." By providing extended school hours, robust extracurricular activities, and dedicated college counseling, KIPP San Jose Collegiate strives to ensure that its graduates are not only prepared to enter four-year universities but are also equipped with the leadership skills to navigate them successfully.

For more information, contact KIPP San Jose Collegiate at (408) 937-3752 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.