Augustus Hawkins High vs KIPP Scholar Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 293 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Augustus Hawkins High
Los Angeles · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,122 students
KIPP Scholar Academy
Los Angeles · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
434 students
| Measure | Augustus Hawkins High Los Angeles, California | KIPP Scholar Academy Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1319 of 1,343 | #681 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #16605 of 16,910 | #11550 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 1,122 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 1,122 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 83.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 37% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Scholar Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.8 vs 9.9).
- •KIPP Scholar Academy does better on math proficiency (37% vs 7.5%).
- •KIPP Scholar Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •KIPP Scholar Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 98.5%).
- •Augustus Hawkins High does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 24.1).
- •Augustus Hawkins High is the larger school with 1,122 students compared with 434.
- •Augustus Hawkins High is a public school while KIPP Scholar Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Augustus Hawkins High better than KIPP Scholar Academy?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Scholar Academy ranks higher (31.8 vs 9.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Augustus Hawkins High and KIPP Scholar Academy?
About 293 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Augustus Hawkins High: 1,122. KIPP Scholar Academy: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Augustus Hawkins High and KIPP Scholar Academy rank in California?
Augustus Hawkins High is 1319th of 1,343 and KIPP Scholar Academy is 681st of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).