The term charter school means that the state has granted a contract to a group or organization to run a school using state funds. The school offers innovative learning opportunities with greater flexibility than traditional public schools and is accountable to the charter holder. In KIPP Houston’s case, the Texas Education Agency is the charter authorizer. Charter school students are eligible for the same state and federal programs (including free or reduced lunch) that are available in other school districts.

KIPP began in 1994 when Mike Feinberg and Dave Levin started a public school program for 50 fifth graders.

KIPP schools are free, public schools, and children do not have to pay to attend.

KIPP Houston schools are open-enrollment, public schools. Click here to learn more about the enrollment process.

We have several bus routes provided at no cost to our students' families. Families outside of these busing zones may need to provide their own transportation.

Yes, students are expected to conform to the uniform expectations every day.