Kipp Austin Beacon Prep vs Uphaus Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 154 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep
Austin · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
393 students
Uphaus Early Childhood Center
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
246 students
| Measure | Kipp Austin Beacon Prep Austin, Texas | Uphaus Early Childhood Center Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1178 of 1,684 | #2552 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #10345 of 15,369 | #30787 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 393 | 246 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 246 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.9% | 73.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Uphaus Early Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.8 vs 37.6).
- •Uphaus Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.2% vs 92.9%).
- •Uphaus Early Childhood Center does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.4).
- •Kipp Austin Beacon Prep is the larger school with 393 students compared with 246.
- •Kipp Austin Beacon Prep is a charter school while Uphaus Early Childhood Center is a public 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 Kipp Austin Beacon Prep better than Uphaus Early Childhood Center?
On the Success Index (US), Uphaus Early Childhood Center ranks higher (41.8 vs 37.6 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 Kipp Austin Beacon Prep and Uphaus Early Childhood Center?
About 154 m in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep: 393. Uphaus Early Childhood Center: 246. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kipp Austin Beacon Prep and Uphaus Early Childhood Center rank in Texas?
Kipp Austin Beacon Prep is 1178th of 1,684 and Uphaus Early Childhood Center is 2552nd of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).