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#172 of 884 private schools in TX

Top 19% of private schools

The Kipling School

Elementary School

600 SHEPHERD DR, Houston, TX 77007

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

203

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Houston

#28 of 104

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#83 of 436

About The Kipling School

The Kipling School serves 203 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Houston's affluent 77007 zip code. This regular public elementary school maintains an impressive 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio with 19 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in smaller classroom settings. The school has earned strong recognition with a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #366 out of 884 schools statewide, placing it in the 59th percentile among Texas schools.

This solid performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education to its student body. Located at 600 Shepherd Drive, The Kipling School sits in one of Houston's more prosperous neighborhoods, where families enjoy a median household income of $140,536 and median home values of $483,700. The community is highly educated, with 80% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of just 5.8%.

The school benefits from its large city setting while serving a well-established residential area where educational achievement is clearly valued. The combination of small class sizes, strong community support, and an engaged parent population creates an environment conducive to student success in this vibrant Houston neighborhood.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, The Kipling School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Kipling School compares to 630 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
203
This School
vs
627
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 46.8% vs 0%
Black 29.6% vs 0%
Asian 3.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
The Kipling School Houston Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Kipling School (this school) 7.4
MEMORIAL EL 7.0
WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY 5.2
HARVARD EL 7.3
ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL 6.2
RIVER OAKS EL 8.0
GREGORY-LINCOLN ED CTR 6.1
CROCKETT EL 3.5
LOVE EL 7.1
LANIER MIDDLE 7.3
HOGG MIDDLE 6.6
SINCLAIR EL 6.8
ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL 7.1
TRAVIS EL 7.7
HELMS EL 5.0
FIELD EL 5.2
HAMILTON MIDDLE 5.8
LEONEL CASTILLO EARLY CHILDHOOD STEM ACADEMY 6.5
BROWNING EL 5.5
POE EL 7.8
KETELSEN EL 3.2

Showing 20 of 630 schools. View all schools in Houston

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,492.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 66%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 203
View data sources

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)

White 46.8%
Black 29.6%
Two or More 17.7%
Asian 3.9%
Hispanic 2.0%

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. ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RIVER OAKS EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARVARD EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 7.0
HARVARD EL Houston 1.5 mi 7.3
ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 1.5 mi 6.2
WHARTON K-8 DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Houston 1.4 mi 5.2
RIVER OAKS EL Houston 1.6 mi 8.0
HOUSTON HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL Houston 1.7 mi 7.2
LOVE EL Houston 1.8 mi 7.1
LANIER MIDDLE Houston 1.8 mi 7.3
GREGORY-LINCOLN ED CTR Houston 1.6 mi 6.1
CARNEGIE VANGUARD H S Houston 1.7 mi 7.6
CROCKETT EL Houston 1.8 mi 3.5
ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 8.1
FIRST STEPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston 2.0 mi
HEIGHTS H S Houston 2.1 mi 7.6
HOGG MIDDLE Houston 2.1 mi 6.6
ANNUNCIATION ORTHODOX SCHOOL Houston 2.2 mi 6.0
LAMAR H S Houston 2.2 mi 7.5
SINCLAIR EL Houston 2.1 mi 6.8
THE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Houston 2.4 mi 5.6
ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston 2.5 mi 7.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding The Kipling School has a median household income of $140,878. It is a well-educated community where 80% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $501,300, with a median rent of $1,951/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALTA LOMA EL San Angelo, TX 7.4
BRAZOS SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND CREATIVITY TIDWELL Bryan, TX 7.4
DRISCOLL EL & MIDDLE Driscoll, TX 7.4
GOLIAD EL Big Spring, TX 7.4
NEW WAVERLY INT New Waverly, TX 7.4
ROSS EL Houston, 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 is ranked #172 out of 884 private schools in TX.

What is The Kipling School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Kipling School has a composite rating of 7.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,451/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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