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#4973 of 8,552 schools in TX
Kipp Nexus Middle
Middle School · KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
4211 WATONGA BLVD, Houston, TX 77092
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,973 of 8,552
In Houston
#342 of 723
public schools
In district
#34 of 56
KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Kipp Nexus Middle
Kipp Nexus Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Kipp Nexus Middle serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Nexus Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,973 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp Nexus Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kipp Nexus Middle 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 Nexus Middle runs 22.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Kipp Nexus Middle 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 Nexus Middle — Students at Kipp Nexus Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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 Nexus Middle Compares
See how Kipp Nexus Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4211 WATONGA BLVD, Houston, TX 77092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Nexus Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BLACK MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLIFTON MIDDLE (rated 3.1/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP NEXUS PRI Houston | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Houston | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS MANGUM EL CAMPUS Houston | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SCARBOROUGH H S Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| WAINWRIGHT EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| STEVENS EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| MEMORIAL HALL SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | — |
| BLACK MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BENBROOK EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| OAK FOREST EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| CLIFTON MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| YES PREP - WHITE OAK Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| THE GATEWAY ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SOAR CTR Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| WALTRIP H S Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| OAK FOREST ACADEMY LLC Houston | 1.8 mi | — |
| HOUSMAN EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| TREASURE FOREST EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,741
Median Home Value
$222,800
Median Rent
$1,228/mo
Population
36,185
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Nexus Middle
What grades does Kipp Nexus Middle serve?
Kipp Nexus Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Kipp Nexus Middle?
Kipp Nexus Middle has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Nexus Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Nexus Middle is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Nexus Middle rank in TX?
Kipp Nexus Middle ranks #4,973 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Kipp Nexus Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Nexus Middle 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 Nexus Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Nexus Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Kipp Nexus Middle a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Nexus Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Nexus Middle a Title I school?
No, Kipp Nexus Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Nexus Middle?
92.1% of students at Kipp Nexus Middle 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.9%
- Phone
- (832) 230-0553
Resources & Links
District
KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 34,111
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,447
- District Rank
- #34 of 56
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