KIPP HOUSTON HIGH SCHOOL

KIPP HOUSTON H S is a Title I public charter high school with about 715 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 44 teachers, KIPP HOUSTON H S 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 Houston High School is part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Texas network, a national network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter schools. Located in the Alief area of Houston, the school is dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and beyond. The campus operates under a college-preparatory model, emphasizing rigorous academics, longer school days, and a strong culture of character development to ensure that students not only graduate but possess the tools necessary to navigate higher education and professional careers.

The school is defined by its "KIPP Forward" philosophy, which focuses on providing robust support systems, including academic counseling, extracurricular programs, and personalized guidance to help students overcome systemic barriers to educational success. By fostering a high-expectations environment and maintaining a close-knit community, KIPP Houston High School aims to close the achievement gap, encouraging students to develop both the intellectual skills and the personal resilience required to become leaders within their own communities.

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