KIPP SOL ACADEMY

KIPP Sol 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 504 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 20 teachers, KIPP Sol Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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 Sol Academy, located in the East Los Angeles neighborhood of Boyle Heights, is a public charter middle school serving students in grades 5 through 8. As part of the expansive KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, the school operates on a college-preparatory model designed to equip students from historically underserved communities with the academic skills, intellectual habits, and character traits necessary for success in high school, college, and beyond.

The school is defined by its "high expectations, high support" philosophy, which emphasizes rigorous academics, extended school days, and a structured learning environment. Beyond core subjects, KIPP Sol focuses heavily on developing leadership and community engagement, encouraging students to act as positive agents of change in their local neighborhood. By prioritizing both mastery of foundational knowledge and the cultivation of personal agency, the academy aims to bridge the achievement gap and provide its students with clear pathways to higher education.

For more information, contact KIPP Sol Academy at (323) 800-5220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.