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Kipp East End H S

High School · KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

5402 LAWNDALE ST, Houston, TX 77023

Charter

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,974 of 8,552

In Houston

#343 of 723

public schools

In district

#35 of 56

KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Kipp East End H S

5.9/10

High School in Houston · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Kipp East End H S

Kipp East End H S is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Kipp East End H S serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp East End H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,974 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Kipp East End H S show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Kipp East End H S 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 East End H S 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness4.2Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation46.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,447
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Kipp East End H S — Students at Kipp East End H S score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 26.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 6 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
30%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
20%
ELA
44%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Kipp East End H S Compares

See how Kipp East End H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in TX
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
46.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5402 LAWNDALE ST, Houston, TX 77023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kipp East End H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EASTWOOD ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AUSTIN H S (rated 3.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP EXPLORE ACADEMY Houston 0.0 mi 6.0
KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY Houston 0.0 mi 5.6
HENDERSON J EL Houston 0.3 mi 6.2
COMMUNITY SERVICES-SEC Houston 0.5 mi 2.5
NAVARRO MIDDLE Houston 0.6 mi 3.5
EASTWOOD ACADEMY Houston 0.7 mi 8.9
AUSTIN H S Houston 0.7 mi 3.4
CARRILLO EL Houston 0.7 mi 6.4
CAGE EL Houston 0.9 mi 7.5
PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE Houston 0.9 mi 9.2
GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER Houston 1.1 mi 4.7
LANTRIP EL Houston 1.2 mi 6.6
TIJERINA EL Houston 1.2 mi 8.2
BURNET EL Houston 1.3 mi 5.4
LAURENZO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston 1.3 mi 4.7
PECK EL Houston 1.6 mi 5.2
BRISCOE EL Houston 1.5 mi 6.5
RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi 2.3
RIPLEY HOUSE MIDDLE CAMPUS Houston 1.7 mi 3.2
EDISON MIDDLE Houston 1.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,018

Median Home Value

$279,300

Median Rent

$1,079/mo

Population

24,962

College Educated

24.1%

Homeownership

44.4%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kipp East End H S

What grades does Kipp East End H S serve?

Kipp East End H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Kipp East End H S?

Kipp East End H S has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp East End H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Kipp East End H S is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kipp East End H S rank in TX?

Kipp East End H S ranks #4,974 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Kipp East End H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Kipp East End H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 East End H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp East End H S has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Kipp East End H S a charter school?

Yes, Kipp East End H S is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Kipp East End H S a Title I school?

No, Kipp East End H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp East End H S?

90.0% of students at Kipp East End H S 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
34,111
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,447
District Rank
#35 of 56

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