School Accountability Report Card Reported for School Year 2008-09

Published During 2009-10

Executive Summary School Accountability Report Card, 2008-09

KIPP Raices Academy School

Address: 

4545 Dozier St., Los Angeles, CA 90022-1118 

Phone: 

323-780-3900 

Principal: 

Amber  Young 

Grade Span: 

K - 4 

This executive summary of the School Accountability Report Card (SARC) is intended to provide parents and community members with a quick snapshot of school accountability. The data presented in this report are reported for the 2008-09 school year, except the School Finances and School Completion data that are reported for the 2007-08 school year. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should review the entire SARC or contact the school principal or the district office. 

About This School 

KIPP Raíces Academy is a college-preparatory public charter elementary school located in unincorporated East Los Angeles. Founded in summer 2008, KIPP Raíces currently serves 200 kindergartners and first graders. One grade will be added each year until the school reaches capacity in 2012 with 500 students in kindergarten through fourth grade. KIPP Raíces is operated by KIPP LA Schools, a non-profit charter school management organization. KIPP LA operates two additional KIPP schools in Los Angeles.

After just a year and a half, KIPP Raíces students are already demonstrating impressive results. In 2008-09, the founding class of kindergarteners showed mastery of all subjects by the end of the school year, as measured by the national SAT-10 test. Ninety-one percent of kindergarteners scored at or above the national average in reading and 77 percent scored at that level in math, compared to both kindergarteners and first graders. Student achievement was especially impressive given that 68 percent of kindergarteners were classified as English Language Learners.

Student Enrollment 

Group 

Percent 

African American 

2.97 % 

American Indian or Alaska Native 

% 

Asian 

% 

Filipino 

% 

Hispanic or Latino 

97.03 % 

Pacific Islander 

% 

White (not Hispanic) 

% 

Multiple or No Response 

% 

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged 

% 

English Learners 

% 

Students with Disabilities 

% 

Total Number of Students 

101 

Teachers 

Indicator 

Teachers 

Teachers with full credential 

6

Teachers without full credential 

0

Teachers Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence 

0

Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners 

0

Total Teacher Misassignments  

0

Student Performance 

Subject 

Students Proficient and Above on California Standards Tests 

English-Language Arts 

N/A

Mathematics 

N/A

Science 

N/A

History-Social Science 

N/A

Academic Progress 

Indicator 

Result 

2009 Growth API Score (from 2009 Growth API Report) 

N/A

Statewide Rank (from 2008 Base API Report) 

N/A

2009-10 Program Improvement Status (PI Year) 

Not in PI

School Facilities 

Summary of Most Recent Site Inspection 

The California Charter Schools Association Joint Powers Authority (CCSA JPA) conducts an annual site visit at KIPP Raíces Academy. During a site visit, student, parent, and employee safety are discussed as top priorities.  The Risk Assessment process is intended to identify hazards that could result in an injury to any of those groups, or could otherwise negatively impact the financial well-being of KIPP LA Schools. The most recent site visit did not identify any recommendations or necessary corrective action.

Repairs Needed 

N/A

Corrective Actions Taken or Planned 

N/A

Curriculum and Instructional Materials 

Core Curriculum Areas 

Pupils Who Lack Textbooks and Instructional Materials 

Reading/Language Arts 

0%

Mathematics 

0%

Science 

0%

History-Social Science 

0%

Foreign Language 

0%

Health 

0%

Visual and Performing Arts 

0%

Science Laboratory Equipment (grades 9-12) 

0%

School Finances 

Level 

Expenditures Per Pupil (Unrestricted Sources Only) 

School Site 

$12,474

District 

State 

 $5,512

NAEP Reading, Grade 4 

Level 

Result 

Average Scale Score - State 

209 

Average Scale Score - National 

220 

Achievement Level - Basic 

 30%

Achievement Level - Proficient 

 18%

Achievement Level - Advanced 

 5%

NAEP Reading, Grade 8 

Level 

Result 

Average Scale Score - State 

251 

Average Scale Score - National 

261 

Achievement Level - Basic 

 41%

Achievement Level - Proficient 

 20%

Achievement Level - Advanced 

 2%

NAEP Mathematics, Grade 4 

Level 

Result 

Average Scale Score - State 

232 

Average Scale Score - National 

239 

Achievement Level - Basic 

 41%

Achievement Level - Proficient 

 25%

Achievement Level - Advanced 

 5%

NAEP Mathematics, Grade 8 

Level 

Result 

Average Scale Score - State 

270 

Average Scale Score - National 

282 

Achievement Level - Basic 

 36%

Achievement Level - Proficient 

 18%

Achievement Level - Advanced 

 5%


School Accountability Report Card Reported for School Year 2008-09 Published During 2009-10

The School Accountability Report Card (SARC), which is required by law to be published annually, contains information about the condition and performance of each California public school. More information about SARC requirements is available on the California Department of Education (CDE) SARC Web page. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should contact the school principal or the district office.

I. Data and Access 

DataQuest 

DataQuest is an online data tool located on the CDE DataQuest Web page that contains additional information about this school and comparisons of the school to the district, the county, and the state. Specifically, DataQuest is a dynamic system that provides reports for accountability (e.g., Academic Performance Index [API], Adequate Yearly Progress [AYP]), test data, enrollment, graduates, dropouts, course enrollments, staffing, and data regarding English learners). 

Internet Access 

Internet access is available at public libraries and other locations that are publicly accessible (e.g., the California State Library). Access to the Internet at libraries and public locations is generally provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Other use restrictions include the hours of operation, the length of time that a workstation may be used (depending on availability), the types of software programs available on a workstation, and the ability to print documents.  

II. About This School 

Contact Information (School Year 2009-10) 

This section provides the schools contact information. 

School 

District 

School Name 

KIPP Raíces Academy  

District Name 

Los Angeles Unified  

Street 

4545 Dozier St.  

Phone Number 

213-241-1000 

City, State, Zip 

Los Angeles, CA 90022-1118 

Web Site 

www.lausd.net 

Phone Number 

323-780-3900 

Superintendent 

Ramon Cortines 

Principal 

Amber  Young 

E-mail Address 

superintendent@lausd.net 

E-mail Address 

raices@kippla.org 

CDS Code

19- 64733- 0117903 

School Description and Mission Statement (School Year 2008-09) 

School Description and Mission Statement (School Year 2008-09) 

KIPP Raíces’ mission is to teach the knowledge and skills, nurture the confidence and character, and inspire the passion needed for students to achieve their goals, excel in the competitive world, and positively impact the community through excellence in thought and action. The school’s guiding values are love, honor, integrity, and excellence.

KIPP Raíces features a “no shortcuts, no excuses” philosophy and a strong culture of achievement. The curriculum is designed to provide students, also known as “Achievers,” a well-rounded education, with sufficient time dedicated to academics, the arts, enrichment, and physical education. In addition to emphasizing achievement in reading and math, KIPP Raíces provides students science, art, social studies, and PE several times per week.

KIPP Raíces’ instructional program is intended to build the academic and emotional foundation that will ensure students’ success in the future. The program also aims to nurture well-rounded critical thinkers who love learning and achieve mastery of California content standards.

Opportunities for Parental Involvement (School Year 2008-09) 

Opportunities for Parental Involvement (School Year 2008-09) 

At KIPP Raíces Academy, there are numerous opportunities for parent involvement.  The principal opportunity for parents is through the Parent Action Committee (PAC), which meets once a month and is open to all parents.  The PAC plans special events and fundraisers, and discusses ways in which to improve the school.  Through the Parent Action Committee, parents have opportunities to volunteer to organize and set up events, such as the winter concert and the carnival, to donate supplies from their businesses or employers for fundraisers, and to assist with school maintenance projects.  Besides the PAC, parents also have opportunities to volunteer independently by supervising lunch or walking students between campuses, chaperoning field trips, and helping to prepare classroom materials.  In addition, parents are invited into each classroom once a month for Love of Reading, during which time parents read to small groups of students.

Student Enrollment by Grade Level (School Year 2008-09) 

This table displays the number of students enrolled in each grade level at the school. 

Grade Level 

Number of Students 

Kindergarten 

101 

Grade 1 

0 

Grade 2 

0 

Grade 3 

0 

Grade 4 

0 

Grade 5 

0 

Grade 6 

0 

Grade 7 

0 

Grade 8 

0 

Ungraded Elementary 

0 

Grade 9 

0 

Grade 10 

0 

Grade 11 

0 

Grade 12 

0 

Ungraded Secondary 

0 

Total Enrollment 

101 

Student Enrollment by Group (School Year 2008-09) 

This table displays the percent of students enrolled at the school who are identified as being in a particular group. 

Group 

Percent of Total Enrollment 

African American 

2.97 % 

American Indian or Alaska Native 

% 

Asian 

% 

Filipino 

% 

Hispanic or Latino 

97.03 % 

Pacific Islander 

% 

White (not Hispanic) 

% 

Multiple or No Response 

% 

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged 

% 

English Learners 

% 

Students with Disabilities 

% 

Average Class Size and Class Size Distribution (Elementary) 

This table displays by grade level the average class size and the number of classrooms that fall into each size category (a range of total students per classroom). 

Grade Level 

2006-07 

2007-08 

2008-09 

Avg. Class Size 

Number of Classrooms 

Avg. Class Size 

Number of Classrooms 

Avg. Class Size 

Number of Classrooms 

1-20 

21-32 

33+ 

1-20 

21-32 

33+ 

1-20 

21-32 

33+ 

K 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20.2 

4 

1 

 

1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

K-3 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3-4 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4-8 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

III. School Climate 

School Safety Plan (School Year 2008-09) 

This section provides information about the school's comprehensive safety plan. 

KIPP Raíces Academy has joined a federally funded consortium of other Los Angeles area charter schools in order to develop a comprehensive safety plan.  The school spends a year in the planning process which involves attending informational meetings, collaborative planning sessions, conducting supervised practice, getting feedback from external observers, and establishing an Incident Command structure.  In years following, monthly safety drills are held to ensure that all students and staff are prepared in the event of an emergency or natural disaster.  KIPP Raíces Academy’s operations team also goes through a regional focusing session at the beginning of each year to make sure that the safety plan is ready to be executed throughout the school year.

Suspensions and Expulsions 

This table displays the rate of suspensions and expulsions (the total number of incidents divided by the total enrollment) at the school and district levels for the most recent three-year period. 

Rate 

School 

District 

2006-07 

2007-08 

2008-09 

2006-07 

2007-08 

2008-09 

Suspensions 

N/A

N/A

5.0

8.4

7.6  

7.0  

Expulsions 

N/A

N/A

0.0

0.0

0.0  

0.0  

IV. School Facilities 

School Facility Conditions and Planned Improvements (School Year 2009-10) 

This section provides information about the condition of the school’s grounds, buildings, and restrooms, and a description of any planned or recently completed facility improvements. 

The school is generally in good condition. No repairs are needed.

School Facility Good Repair Status (School Year 2009-10) 

This table displays the results of the most recently completed school site inspection to determine the school facility’s good repair status. 

System Inspected 

Repair Status 

Repair Needed and Action Taken or Planned 

Exemplary 

Good 

Fair 

Poor 

Systems: Gas Leaks, Mechanical/HVAC, Sewer 

X

Interior: Interior Surfaces 

X

Cleanliness: Overall Cleanliness, Pest/ Vermin Infestation 

X

Electrical: Electrical 

X

Restrooms/Fountains: Restrooms, Sinks/ Fountains 

X

Safety: Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials 

X

Structural: Structural Damage, Roofs 

X

External: Playground/School Grounds, Windows/ Doors/Gates/Fences 

X

Overall Rating 

Good

V. Teachers 

Teacher Credentials 

This table displays the number of teachers assigned to the school with a full credential, without a full credential, and those teaching outside of their subject area of competence. Detailed information about teacher qualifications can be found on the CDE DataQuest Web page. 

Teachers 

School 

District 

2006-07 

2007-08 

2008-09 

2008-09 

With Full Credential 

 

 

6

34116 

Without Full Credential 

 

 

0

1348 

Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence