Serving 314 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Joyful Excellence
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6689 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy is ranked #6689 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bonita Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy?
314 students attend Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy?
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy offer ?
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy part of?
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy is part of KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy located?
Kipp Adelante Preparatory Academy is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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