KIPP SCHOLAR ACADEMY

KIPP Scholar Academy is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 392 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 19 teachers, KIPP Scholar Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 Scholar Academy, located in the Leimert Park/South Los Angeles area, is a public charter middle school serving grades 5 through 8. As part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Southern California network, the school is founded on the principle that every student, regardless of their background, has the potential to succeed in college and beyond. The academy is characterized by a rigorous academic culture, a strong emphasis on character development, and a structured environment designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school and university life.

The school’s mission focuses on closing the opportunity gap by providing students with extended learning time, personalized support, and a curriculum that blends academic excellence with leadership training. By fostering a close-knit community and maintaining high expectations for both behavior and achievement, KIPP Scholar Academy aims to empower its students to become self-advocates and community leaders. Through a combination of college-preparatory coursework and extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to ensure that its graduates are not only ready for high school but are also equipped with the mindset and skills necessary to navigate their future professional paths.

For more information, contact KIPP Scholar Academy at (323) 292-2272 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.