KIPP Schools fall short on ACT SAT and fundraising goals for the year

KIPP Texas Public Schools is making strides in academic performance, but faces challenges in meeting its goals for standardized testing and fundraising, as discussed in the recent KTX State Board of Directors meeting on April 24, 2025.

The board highlighted that while the organization is on track to improve its ACT and SAT scores, it will not meet its target this year. Currently, 19 percent of eleventh graders have achieved a score of 21 or higher on the ACT, a notable increase from 11 percent last year. This upward trend is attributed to new teaching strategies and intensive teacher training implemented this year, which focus on critical subjects that significantly impact standardized test performance. The SAT will be administered to all KIPP students for the first time on May 3, with results expected to be promising based on previous senior class performance.

In addition to academic goals, KIPP Texas is also falling short of its fundraising target, projecting to raise between $10 million and $11.3 million this year, compared to last year's impressive $22 million. The board acknowledged that fundraising can be unpredictable and is often subject to fluctuations.

The discussions underscored the importance of continued efforts to enhance student performance and secure necessary funding. The board is optimistic about the upcoming SAT results and is committed to refining strategies to meet both academic and financial goals in the future.