Very Good
#172 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 19% of private schools
The Kipling School
Elementary School
600 SHEPHERD DR, Houston, TX 77007
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#172 of 883
In Houston
#28 of 104
public schools
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The Kipling School
Elementary School in Houston · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Kipling School
The Kipling School is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. The Kipling School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Kipling School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
The Kipling School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Kipling School compares to 630 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Kipling School (this school) | 7.4 |
| MEMORIAL EL | 8.4 |
| WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY | 8.4 |
| HARVARD EL | 8.2 |
| ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| RIVER OAKS EL | 8.7 |
| GREGORY-LINCOLN ED CTR | 6.0 |
| CROCKETT EL | 4.4 |
| LOVE EL | 6.8 |
| LANIER MIDDLE | 8.1 |
| HOGG MIDDLE | 8.2 |
| SINCLAIR EL | 8.4 |
| ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| TRAVIS EL | 8.6 |
| HELMS EL | 8.2 |
| FIELD EL | 8.5 |
| HAMILTON MIDDLE | 6.5 |
| LEONEL CASTILLO EARLY CHILDHOOD STEM ACADEMY | 7.4 |
| BROWNING EL | 3.7 |
| POE EL | 7.4 |
| KETELSEN EL | 6.4 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
600 SHEPHERD DR, Houston, TX 77007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Kipling School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVER OAKS EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEMORIAL EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEMORIAL EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| HARVARD EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| RIVER OAKS EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| HOUSTON HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| LOVE EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| LANIER MIDDLE Houston | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| GREGORY-LINCOLN ED CTR Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CARNEGIE VANGUARD H S Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| CROCKETT EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| FIRST STEPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | — |
| HEIGHTS H S Houston | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HOGG MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ANNUNCIATION ORTHODOX SCHOOL Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LAMAR H S Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SINCLAIR EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| THE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Houston | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,878
Median Home Value
$501,300
Median Rent
$1,951/mo
Population
45,337
College Educated
79.9%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| B B OWEN EL The Colony, TX | 7.4 |
| CHRISTOVAL EL Christoval, TX | 7.4 |
| EAST SIDE INT Palacios, TX | 7.4 |
| HCISD EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Harlingen, TX | 7.4 |
| HERTY PRI Lufkin, TX | 7.4 |
| JEFFERSON PRI SCH Jefferson, TX | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Kipling School
What grades does The Kipling School serve?
The Kipling School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Kipling School?
The Kipling School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Kipling School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Kipling School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Kipling School rank in TX?
The Kipling School ranks #172 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The Kipling School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Kipling School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Kipling School a private school?
Yes, The Kipling School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Kipling School a religious school?
No, The Kipling School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 199 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 880-3318
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