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Kipp Peace EL

Elementary School · KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

5400 MLK JR BLVD, Houston, TX 77021

Charter
Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

633

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,970 of 8,552

In Houston

#341 of 723

public schools

In district

#31 of 56

KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Kipp Peace EL

5.9/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kipp Liberation College Preparatory

5.7/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Peck EL

5.2/10

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About Kipp Peace EL

Kipp Peace EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Kipp Peace EL serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Peace EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,970 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Kipp Peace EL show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Kipp Peace 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 Peace EL runs 20.4:1 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 Peace 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data6
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.3 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,447
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Kipp Peace EL — Students at Kipp Peace EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 26.4% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2018
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
19.3%
ELA
36.8%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
31%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Kipp Peace EL Compares

See how Kipp Peace EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in TX
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Location

5400 MLK JR BLVD, Houston, TX 77021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kipp Peace EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLINE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMPSON EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOSTER EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP LIBERATION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston 0.1 mi 5.7
PECK EL Houston 0.4 mi 5.2
BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston 0.6 mi 5.2
HARTSFIELD EL Houston 0.6 mi 4.6
YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE Houston 0.9 mi 5.5
SOUTHSIDE EL Houston 0.9 mi 4.8
KELSO EL Houston 1.3 mi 4.8
BROOKLINE EL Houston 1.3 mi 8.9
THE LAWSON ACADEMY Houston 1.5 mi 4.6
M.O.M. EARLY CHILDHOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston 1.7 mi
FOSTER EL Houston 1.6 mi 6.4
ENERGY INSTITUTE H S Houston 1.6 mi 9.0
JONES FUTURES ACADEMY Houston 1.8 mi 7.5
THOMPSON EL Houston 1.6 mi 8.5
HENDERSON J EL Houston 1.8 mi 6.2
GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER Houston 1.7 mi 4.7
YATES H S Houston 1.9 mi 3.7
CULLEN MIDDLE Houston 1.8 mi 3.4
KIPP EXPLORE ACADEMY Houston 2.0 mi 6.0
KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY Houston 2.0 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,034

Median Home Value

$203,900

Median Rent

$1,193/mo

Population

24,884

College Educated

33.9%

Homeownership

39.8%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

28.7%

Median Age

36.8

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BULLOCK EL Garland, TX 5.9
BURKE EL San Antonio, TX 5.9
CALK-WILSON EL Corpus Christi, TX 5.9
CARPENTER EL Deer Park, TX 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kipp Peace EL

What grades does Kipp Peace EL serve?

Kipp Peace EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Kipp Peace EL?

Kipp Peace EL has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Peace EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Peace EL is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kipp Peace EL rank in TX?

Kipp Peace EL ranks #4,970 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Kipp Peace EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Kipp Peace EL 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 Peace EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Peace EL has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Kipp Peace EL a charter school?

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

Is Kipp Peace EL a Title I school?

No, Kipp Peace EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Peace EL?

97.5% of students at Kipp Peace 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

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

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