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KIPP Empower Academy

Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles County · 8466 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90003-2729

(323) 750-2279 · www.kippsocal.org/empower

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4/10
#3548
Rank 3548 out of 5,722
Top 62%
English Language Arts3/10 · #4355 · 24th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2759 · 52nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

KIPP Empower Academy serves the South Los Angeles community with a structured, mission-driven approach that tends to resonate with families looking for more than what a traditional neighborhood school offers. Math is a clear strength here, and the school's KIPP network roots mean an emphasis on character development alongside academics. South LA is a tight-knit, working-class area with deep community pride, and for families who want a school with high expectations and a strong sense of purpose in that environment, KIPP Empower is worth a serious look.

Student Demographics

206 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
124 (60%)
African American
79 (38%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners72 (35%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged176 (85%)
Students with Disabilities61 (30%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

588
Enrollment
27
Teachers (FTE)
21.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
27.2
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2964 · 51st percentile

114 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found