KIPP SAN FRANCISCO COLLEGE PREPARATORY

KIPP San Francisco College Preparatory is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the San Francisco Unified school district, located in San Francisco, CA with about 399 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 Francisco College Preparatory has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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 Francisco College Preparatory is a public charter high school located in the Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood of San Francisco. As part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, the school is built on the core philosophy that every student, regardless of their background, deserves access to a high-quality education that prepares them for success in college and beyond. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a supportive school culture that prioritizes character development, leadership, and community responsibility.

The institution focuses heavily on the "college-going" mindset, offering students extensive guidance, college counseling, and opportunities for extracurricular growth. By maintaining high expectations and providing personalized academic support, KIPP San Francisco College Prep aims to close the opportunity gap and equip its diverse student body with the tools necessary to navigate both higher education and professional careers. Its mission is deeply rooted in the belief that strong academic foundations and a sense of agency will empower students to lead choice-filled lives.

For more information, contact KIPP San Francisco College Preparatory at (415) 643-6951 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.