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Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory
Elementary School · KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory District
2950 Fair Oaks Ave., Redwood City, CA 94063
Enrollment
702
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
702
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,739 of 9,539
In Redwood City
#27 of 34
public schools
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Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory
Elementary School in Redwood City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory
Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory is a public elementary school in Redwood City, CA, part of KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory District. Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory serves approximately 702 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
43% of students at Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory — Students at Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.
How Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory Compares
See how Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2950 Fair Oaks Ave., Redwood City, CA 94063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Encinal Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Connect Community Charter (rated 6.7/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redwood City, see our Redwood City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Connect Community Charter Redwood City | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Everest Public High Redwood City | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| WHERRY ACADEMY Redwood City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Synapse School Menlo Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| STANFORD ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL Redwood City | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Stanford Online High School Redwood City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Summit Preparatory Charter High Redwood City | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Garfield Elementary Menlo Park | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Hoover Elementary Redwood City | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Redwood City | 0.6 mi | — |
| Taft Elementary Redwood City | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| WINGS LEARNING CENTER Redwood City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Encinal Elementary Atherton | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Rocketship Redwood City Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 2.3 |
| MENLO SCHOOL Atherton | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| St. Pius Elementary Redwood City | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST PIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redwood City | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Menlo Atherton | 1.8 mi | — |
| North Star Academy Redwood City | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,528
Median Home Value
$1,077,100
Median Rent
$2,802/mo
Population
34,695
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
31.5%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| April Lane Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.8 |
| Art Haycox Elementary Oxnard, CA | 3.8 |
| Barton Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 3.8 |
| Berkshire Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 3.8 |
| Bradley Elementary Watsonville, CA | 3.8 |
| Chaparral Hills Elementary Moreno Valley, CA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory
What grades does Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory serve?
Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory?
Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 702 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory rank in CA?
Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory ranks #8,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory a Title I school?
No, Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory?
89.7% of students at Kipp Excelencia Community Preparatory qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 702
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.2%
- Phone
- (510) 465-5477
Resources & Links
District
KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory District- District Enrollment
- 702
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,176
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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