Kipp Sharp Prep vs Pilgrim Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kipp Sharp Prep
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
1,078 students
Pilgrim Academy
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,233 students
| Measure | Kipp Sharp Prep Houston, Texas | Pilgrim Academy Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1464 of 4,686 | #3669 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #21952 of 50,301 | #38353 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,078 | 1,233 |
| Enrollment | 1,078 | 1,233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 97.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 53% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kipp Sharp Prep scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.6 vs 30.3).
- •Kipp Sharp Prep does better on math proficiency (72% vs 53%).
- •Kipp Sharp Prep does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 34%).
- •Kipp Sharp Prep does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.7% vs 97.6%).
- •Pilgrim Academy does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 24.0).
- •Pilgrim Academy is the larger school with 1,233 students compared with 1,078.
- •Kipp Sharp Prep is a charter school while Pilgrim Academy 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 Sharp Prep better than Pilgrim Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Kipp Sharp Prep ranks higher (54.6 vs 30.3 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 Sharp Prep and Pilgrim Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kipp Sharp Prep: 1,078. Pilgrim Academy: 1,233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kipp Sharp Prep and Pilgrim Academy rank in Texas?
Kipp Sharp Prep is 1464th of 4,686 and Pilgrim Academy is 3669th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).