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#4487 of 8,552 schools in TX
Kipp Destiny EL
Elementary School · KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
3663 W CAMP WISDOM RD, Dallas, TX 75237
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,487 of 8,552
In Dallas
#219 of 374
public schools
In district
#28 of 56
KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Kipp Destiny EL
Kipp Destiny EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Kipp Destiny EL serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Destiny EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,487 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp Destiny EL show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kipp Destiny EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Kipp Destiny EL 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.
Score Breakdown
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Kipp Destiny EL — Students at Kipp Destiny EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Kipp Destiny EL Compares
See how Kipp Destiny EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3663 W CAMP WISDOM RD, Dallas, TX 75237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Destiny EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RONALD E MCNAIR EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GENESIS CAMPUS PRE-K THRU 5 (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP DESTINY MIDDLE Dallas | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| QUEST CAMPUS PRE-K THRU 8 Dallas | 1.0 mi | 1.9 |
| GENESIS CAMPUS PRE-K THRU 5 Dallas | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| RONALD E MCNAIR EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ADVANCED PREPARATORY INTERNATIONAL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS PRIVATE SCHOOL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MARY E SMITHEY PACE H S Duncanville | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| FAIRMEADOWS EL Duncanville | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| J HERMAN REED MIDDLE Duncanville | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| GLENN C HARDIN INT Duncanville | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL EL Duncanville | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL DALLAS Carrollton | 2.0 mi | 2.1 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| BIRDIE ALEXANDER EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| T W BROWNE MIDDLE Dallas | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MERRIFIELD EL Duncanville | 2.1 mi | 2.6 |
| KINGDOM COLLEGIATE ACADEMIES Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| FIRST METHODIST SCHOOL Duncanville | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,149
Median Home Value
$231,600
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
18,744
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
12.4%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
30.6
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| AMPARO GUTIERREZ EL Laredo, TX | 6.2 |
| ASHWORTH EL Arlington, TX | 6.2 |
| ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.2 |
| BEAN EL Lubbock, TX | 6.2 |
| BEN MILAM EL Harlingen, TX | 6.2 |
| BLISS EL El Paso, TX | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Destiny EL
What grades does Kipp Destiny EL serve?
Kipp Destiny EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Kipp Destiny EL?
Kipp Destiny EL has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Destiny EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Destiny EL is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Destiny EL rank in TX?
Kipp Destiny EL ranks #4,487 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Kipp Destiny EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Destiny EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Destiny EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Destiny EL has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Kipp Destiny EL a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Destiny EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Destiny EL a Title I school?
No, Kipp Destiny EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Destiny EL?
95.6% of students at Kipp Destiny EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (972) 323-4220
Resources & Links
District
KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 34,111
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,447
- District Rank
- #28 of 56
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