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Kipp Connect Preparatory

6700 BELLAIRE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX, 77074

Ranked 982 of 1920 in Texas

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About Kipp Connect Preparatory

KIPP Connect Preparatory is a public charter school in Houston, Texas, that serves middle school students in grades 5 through 8. The school is part of the KIPP Public Schools system and focuses on getting students ready for high school and college. KIPP Connect Preparatory has about 900 to 1,000 students, and there is one teacher for every 19 students. This helps with structured classroom instruction. The school focuses on character development, a college-preparatory curriculum, and more time for learning. Most of its students are from minority groups, which is a reflection of the diverse population of Houston. KIPP Connect Preparatory students are about 37% proficient in math and 61% proficient in reading. Families often consider such schools when exploring options similar to the the best high school in Texas pathways. It doesn't give SAT tests because it's a middle school, but it does get students ready for standardized tests in the future. In general, KIPP Connect Preparatory is a structured school that focuses on helping students grow and get ready for college.

Kipp Connect Preparatory Contact Information

Address

6700 BELLAIRE BLVD, HOUSTON, TX, 77074

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Phone

(281) 879-3023

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 37%
Reading 61%
State average proficiency is 37% in Math and 61% in Reading.
49
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
11
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
927
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 982 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Kipp Connect Preparatory

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 3.45%
Asian 13.16%
Hispanic 75.62%
Black 6.47%
Two+ Races 0.97%
Native Am. 0.22%
White
3.45%
Asian
13.16%
Hispanic
75.62%
Black
6.47%
Two+ Races
0.97%
Native Am.
0.22%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 927
50.05%
464 Female
49.95%
463 Male

Student Population

927 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

KIPP CONNECT A lot of people are talking about Preparatory in Houston in 2026 because of how well its students are doing in school, especially in core subjects. The school's focus on structured learning, character development, and getting students ready for college is helping them build a strong base for future academic success.

FAQ

Q1. What time does KIPP Connect Preparatory start and end?

Ans. The school usually has an extended school day, which gives students more time for learning and fun activities.

Q2. Do students at KIPP Connect Preparatory have to wear uniforms?

Ans. Yes, as part of the school's discipline and culture policy, students usually have to wear uniforms.

Q3. Does the school give students food?

Ans. Yes, the school has breakfast and lunch programs, and students who meet certain requirements can often get them for free or at a lower cost.

Q4. How can parents get their kids into KIPP Connect Preparatory?

Ans. Parents can apply through the KIPP school application process, which may include an online form and, if necessary, a lottery system.

Q5. Does the school help students with their needs?

Ans. Yes, the school offers help like counseling, special education services, and programs to help students who are having trouble with their schoolwork.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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