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KIPP Oak Cliff Academy

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KIPP Oak Cliff Academy ranks 1395 th of 2009 Texas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Public, Charter Grades 9-12

1395^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 2,009 Texas High Schools

Better than 31% of Texas high schools

Summary

KIPP Oak Cliff Academy is a public charter high school in Dallas, TX (serving grades 9-12 with 340 students) that is part of the KIPP Texas Public Schools district, and it has recently shown a dramatic academic turnaround, jumping from the 17th to the 31st percentile statewide between the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years. This improvement is most notable in STEM subjects, with Algebra I proficiency soaring from 13.89% to 52.17% and Biology from 37.89% to 68.85%, making it the largest single-year rank improvement among nearby schools. The school invests heavily in its students, spending $14,307 per pupil and maintaining a low student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1, which is significantly better than nearby traditional public schools like South Oak Cliff High School (15:1 ratio) and Lancaster High School ($9,633 per student).

While the school's overall performance is improving, it faces persistent challenges, particularly in English Language Arts, where English I (34.78% proficient) and English II (37.63%) remain weak spots. This creates an interesting contrast with nearby Gateway Charter Academy - Middle - High School, which outperforms KIPP in reading (46.67% and 50% proficient) but falls behind in math and science. The school also serves its Special Education students exceptionally well, ranking in the 55th percentile statewide, though support for English Language Learners has declined to the 19th percentile. A significant concern is the school's 3.1% dropout rate, which is much higher than the district average of 1.2% and far above nearby high-performing schools like Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy At A Maceo Smith (0.0% dropout rate).

Located in a diverse educational landscape, KIPP Oak Cliff sits within a 2-mile radius of both top-tier schools like Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy (5-star, 96th percentile) and struggling ones like Wilmer-Hutchins High School (10th percentile). The school's recent gains suggest it is leveraging its resources effectively, but parents should weigh the promising academic momentum against the retention issues and literacy gaps. For families prioritizing STEM education and small class sizes, KIPP Oak Cliff offers a compelling option, though those seeking strong reading programs or guaranteed student retention may want to explore alternatives like the nearby Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy.

340

Students ?

11.7

Student/teacher ratio ?

$12,867

Per pupil spending ?

93.2%

Free/discounted lunch ?

3837 Simpson Stuart Rd
Dallas, TX 75241

(972) 323-4240

District: KIPP Texas Public Schools

Racial breakdown:

African American:

48.5%

Hispanic:

47.6%

Two or more races:

1.8%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 15th percentile in 2023 → 31st in 2026

Strengths

✓90% graduate within 4 years

✓Ranking is trending up — up 16 percentile points since 2023

✓Small classes — about 12 students per teacher

Worth a look

!Test scores below the Texas average (50% vs 62% meeting standards)

!English II Reading scores 22 pts below the Texas average

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school50%

District avg52%

Texas avg62%

1,395^th of 2,009

Texas public high schools ?

Bottom 31%▲ up 16 pts since 2023

From bottom 15% (2023) to bottom 31% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

9^th of 14High Schools in the KIPP Texas Public Schools

587^th of 951KIPP Texas Public Schools among Texas districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2026	33.7	1395 of 2009	30.6%	★★☆☆☆
2025	18.2	1647 of 1974	16.6%	★☆☆☆☆
2024	14.2	1716 of 1990	13.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2023	15.6	1670 of 1961	14.8%	★☆☆☆☆

African American

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2026	43.1	566 of 1086	47.9%	★★☆☆☆
2025	31.1	547 of 834	34.4%	★★☆☆☆
2024	24.7	785 of 1065	26.3%	★☆☆☆☆
2023	22.0	842 of 1069	21.2%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	29.6	701 of 1031	32.0%	★★☆☆☆
2021	34.9	625 of 1020	38.7%	★★☆☆☆

At Risk

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2022	25.0	1455 of 1837	20.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2021	35.5	1150 of 1829	37.1%	★★☆☆☆

English Language Learner

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2025	21.6	935 of 1153	18.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2024	19.4	1218 of 1437	15.2%	★☆☆☆☆
2023	33.1	839 of 1371	38.8%	★★☆☆☆
2022	31.6	824 of 1278	35.5%	★★☆☆☆
2021	37.7	694 of 1195	41.9%	★★☆☆☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2026	32.5	1372 of 1936	29.1%	★☆☆☆☆
2025	12.0	1358 of 1504	9.7%	☆☆☆☆☆
2024	13.5	1651 of 1880	12.2%	★☆☆☆☆
2023	12.6	1650 of 1891	12.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	23.3	1460 of 1841	20.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2021	18.1	1521 of 1815	16.2%	★☆☆☆☆

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2026	39.9	1113 of 1860	40.2%	★★☆☆☆
2025	15.5	1286 of 1453	11.5%	★☆☆☆☆
2024	12.4	1640 of 1805	9.1%	☆☆☆☆☆
2023	22.5	1447 of 1820	20.5%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	23.4	1393 of 1762	20.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2021	22.2	1407 of 1743	19.3%	★☆☆☆☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2026	40.5	1150 of 1937	40.6%	★★☆☆☆
2025	21.1	1259 of 1513	16.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2024	16.0	1661 of 1884	11.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2023	19.4	1590 of 1897	16.2%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	24.3	1465 of 1847	20.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2021	26.4	1437 of 1848	22.2%	★☆☆☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2026	30.4	1391 of 1954	28.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2025	17.5	1275 of 1515	15.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2024	10.6	1720 of 1891	9.0%	☆☆☆☆☆
2023	17.1	1595 of 1913	16.6%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	17.7	1553 of 1853	16.2%	★☆☆☆☆
2021	19.2	1515 of 1840	17.7%	★☆☆☆☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2026	45.9	713 of 1581	54.9%	★★★☆☆
2025	54.5	422 of 1299	67.5%	★★★☆☆
2024	36.3	1000 of 1548	35.4%	★★☆☆☆
2023	29.9	1090 of 1478	26.3%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	27.3	1124 of 1418	20.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2021	23.1	1205 of 1382	12.8%	★☆☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Texas percentile	Rating
2022	47.3	778 of 1525	49.0%	★★☆☆☆
2021	56.4	597 of 1510	60.5%	★★★☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Special Education (2026)55th percentile+24 vs school

White (2022)49th percentile

African American (2026)48th percentile+17 vs school

Low Socio Economic Status (2026)41st percentile+10 vs school

Hispanic (2026)40th percentile+10 vs school

Female (2026)29th percentile~ school

Male (2026)29th percentile~ school

At Risk (2022)21st percentile

English Language Learner (2025)19th percentile~ school

By subject vs Texas (2025-2026) ?

Biology69%~ state avg

U.S. History65%-5 vs state

Algebra I52%~ state avg

English II Reading38%-22 vs state

English I Reading35%-21 vs state

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by a parent
Sunday, August 30, 2020

Can't keep teachers. Make alot of promises but never fulfill them. The kids are not motivated nor challenged. These kids never go on college tours nor field trips since middle school. They promised us 6 years ago they were going to build a high school and our kids have two more years or school, and still no high school. No leadership at all. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				STAAR EOC Algebra I (2026)	STAAR EOC Biology (2026)	STAAR EOC English I Reading (2026)	STAAR EOC English II Reading (2026)	STAAR EOC U.S. History (2026)	STAAR Reading (2026)			STAAR Mathematics (2026)			STAAR Social Studies (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	STAAR EOC Algebra I End of Course	STAAR EOC Biology End of Course	STAAR EOC English I Reading End of Course	STAAR EOC English II Reading End of Course	STAAR EOC U.S. History End of Course	STAAR Reading 6th Grade	STAAR Reading 7th Grade	STAAR Reading 8th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 6th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 7th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 8th Grade	STAAR Social Studies 8th Grade	Total
KIPP Oak Cliff Academy	Public, Charter	9-12	3837 Simpson Stuart Rd	Dallas	75241	Dallas County	KIPP Texas Public Schools	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(972) 323-4240	340	29	11.7	93.2%	5 (1.5%)	165 (48.5%)	162 (47.6%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (1.8%)	33.7	1395^th of 2009 public high schools	30.6%		18.2	1647^th of 1974 public high schools	16.6%	252	52.2	68.9	34.8	37.6	64.7								$12,867
Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy At A Maceo Smith	Public, Magnet	6-12	3030 Stag	Dallas	75241	Dallas County	Dallas Independent School District (Isd)	No	Yes	(n/a)	Yes	(972) 749-2100	554	35	15.8	91.7%	12 (2.2%)	71 (12.8%)	455 (82.1%)	9 (1.6%)	4 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.5%)	88.1	85^th of 2009 public high schools	95.8%		89.3	75^th of 1974 public high schools	96.2%	10	88.4	87.1	87.1	97.4	98.5	97.6	91.4	93.5	89.2		78.5	39.6	$9,312
Texans Can Academy - Grant East	Public, Charter	9-12	2901 Morgan Dr	Dallas	75241	Dallas County	Texans Can Academies	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(972) 228-4226	205	5	41.4	77.6%	2 (1.0%)	136 (66.3%)	61 (29.8%)	1 (0.5%)	2 (1.0%)	1 (0.5%)	2 (1.0%)	3.3	1919^th of 2009 public high schools	4.5%		4.1	1879^th of 1974 public high schools	4.8%	40	0.0	16.7	8.7	20.8	25.9								$12,008
Wilmer-Hutchins High School	Public	9-12	5520 Langdon Rd	Dallas	75241	Dallas County	Dallas Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(972) 925-2900	921	60	15.2	97.9%	10 (1.1%)	395 (42.9%)	483 (52.4%)	15 (1.6%)	5 (0.5%)	2 (0.2%)	11 (1.2%)	9.3	1806^th of 2009 public high schools	10.1%		10.8	1775^th of 1974 public high schools	10.1%	31	13.7	33.2	25.8	31.1	35.5								$11,650
New Technical High School At B F Darrell High School	Public	9-12	4730 Lancaster Rd	Dallas	75216	Dallas County	Dallas Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(214) 932-7600	407	24	16.8	90.4%	13 (3.2%)	84 (20.6%)	301 (74.0%)	7 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.5%)	53.1	871^st of 2009 public high schools	56.6%		57	745^th of 1974 public high schools	62.3%	126	62.5	68.7	56.0	56.9	70.9								$9,737
Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy	Public	9-12	1700 E Camp Wisdom	Dallas	75241	Dallas County	Dallas Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(214) 932-7300	342	19	18.0	81.3%	2 (0.6%)	135 (39.5%)	194 (56.7%)	3 (0.9%)	3 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.5%)	81.6	179^th of 2009 public high schools	91.1%		85.4	135^th of 1974 public high schools	93.2%	44	75.8	83.8	83.5	90.6	78.6								$10,319
Medlock Youth Village	Public, Charter	7-12	1508 E Langdon Rd	Dallas	75241	Dallas County	Academy For Academic Excellence	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(972) 225-9735	88	14	6.4	100.0%	2 (2.3%)	60 (68.2%)	25 (28.4%)	1 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	7.6	1833^rd of 2009 public high schools	8.8%		3.4	1900^th of 1974 public high schools	3.7%	67	3.5	38.1	16.1	33.3	42.9			13.3			0.0	0.0	$21,434
Gateway Charter Academy - Middle - High School	Public, Charter	6-12	1015 E Wheatland Rd	Dallas	75241	Dallas County	Gateway Charter Academy	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(214) 375-1921	196	15	12.9	97.4%	0 (0.0%)	175 (89.3%)	18 (9.2%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.0%)	39.4	1249^th of 2009 public high schools	37.8%		51.8	865^th of 1974 public high schools	56.2%	384	42.3	52.2	46.7	50.0	83.3	5.6	29.2	36.7	11.1	8.3	3.5	16.1	$11,961
South Oak Cliff High School	Public	9-12	3601 S Marsalis Ave	Dallas	75216	Dallas County	Dallas Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(214) 932-7000	1,560	98	15.8	97.9%	14 (0.9%)	907 (58.1%)	599 (38.4%)	13 (0.8%)	9 (0.6%)	1 (0.1%)	17 (1.1%)	56.6	777^th of 2009 public high schools	61.3%		41.3	1130^th of 1974 public high schools	42.8%	353	66.1	85.1	47.3	54.0	81.1								$10,530
Uplift Wisdom Prep High School	Public, Charter	9-12	301 W Camp Wisdom Rd	Dallas	75247	Dallas County	Uplift Education	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(214) 653-6900	351	27	12.8	85.8%	2 (0.6%)	95 (27.1%)	247 (70.4%)	1 (0.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.4%)	30.4	1475^th of 2009 public high schools	26.6%		20.3	1609^th of 1974 public high schools	18.5%	134	8.3	57.7	44.3	54.6	50.8								$12,372

Frequently Asked Questions about KIPP Oak Cliff Academy

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Is KIPP Oak Cliff Academy a good school?

KIPP Oak Cliff Academy ranks 1395^th of 2009 Texas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of KIPP Oak Cliff Academy?

Students at KIPP Oak Cliff Academy are 49% African American, 48% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races, 1% White.

How many students attend KIPP Oak Cliff Academy?

In the 2024-25 school year, 340 students attended KIPP Oak Cliff Academy.

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