Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy

KIPP Prize Preparatory Academy sits in the heart of East San Jose, a neighborhood with deep roots in the Latino community and a strong sense of pride in its schools. As a charter school serving grades 5–8, KIPP Prize draws families who want a more structured, mission-driven middle school experience with a clear focus on college readiness — the kind of place where expectations are high and the staff is genuinely invested in student growth. For families in the Alum Rock area looking for an alternative to the traditional district path, this school offers solid academics across the board and a community that tends to feel more tight-knit than your average public middle school.