KIPP HERITAGE ACADEMY

KIPP Heritage Academy is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Franklin-McKinley Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 451 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 13 teachers, KIPP Heritage Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 34:1. 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 Heritage Academy, located in the San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, California, is a public charter middle school that serves students in grades 5 through 8. As part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Bay Area Public Schools network, the academy is founded on the core belief that every student has the potential to succeed in college and beyond. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum combined with character development, aiming to provide a high-quality educational environment that prepares students to navigate and thrive in both high school and the broader professional world.

The school is known for its strong focus on community, structured classroom environments, and extended learning time, which are hallmarks of the KIPP model. By fostering a culture of high expectations and providing extensive support for both students and families, KIPP Heritage Academy seeks to close the opportunity gap for students in the local community. The academy’s mission centers on empowering students to take ownership of their education, encouraging them to develop the intellectual skills and personal integrity necessary to become leaders in their future careers and society.

For more information, contact KIPP Heritage Academy at (408) 283-6260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.