KIPP PRIZE PREPARATORY ACADEMY

Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Alum Rock Union Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 409 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 8 teachers, Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 51:1. 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 Prize Preparatory Academy, located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, is a tuition-free public charter middle school serving students in grades 5 through 8. As part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Northern California network, the school operates under the mission of equipping students with the academic foundation, critical thinking skills, and character traits necessary to succeed in rigorous high schools, colleges, and beyond. The academy is built on a culture of high expectations, structured learning environments, and a commitment to personalized support, ensuring that students from diverse backgrounds have equitable access to a high-quality education.

Beyond traditional academics, KIPP Prize Preparatory emphasizes holistic development through a robust support system that includes strong teacher-student relationships, small class sizes, and a focus on social-emotional learning. The school encourages a college-going culture, frequently exposing students to university-level concepts and aspirations early in their academic journey. By fostering a community rooted in integrity, resilience, and curiosity, the academy aims to empower its students to become leaders who can effect positive change within their local communities and the broader society.

For more information, contact Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy at (408) 785-0657 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.