KIPP Philosophers Academy

KIPP Philosophers Academy is a tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter middle school that opened in summer 2012 in South Los Angeles. KIPP Philosophers Academy educates over 300 students in grades 5 - 8. 

The mission of KIPP Philosophers Academy is to provide scholars with an excellent, well-rounded education so they are able to develop their own success in high school, college, and beyond with the ultimate goal of taking their knowledge and putting it into practice to impact their communities in a long lasting and positive way.

KPA Vision Statement

Through the collaborative efforts of home, school staff and self, scholars will acquire the social and academic skills necessary to thrive in high school, college and beyond!

KIPP Philosophers Academy’s values are grit, zest, grace, truth, and love.

For the agendas and minutes from KIPP LA Schools' public board meetings, please go to this link.  

Latest Board Meeting Agenda
Charter Renewal Petition

RECOGNITION

LOTTERY RESULTS

Our enrollment lottery for the 2019-20 school year, took place on Wednesday, February 28. Please click below to view the results of the lottery for each grade. Please note that if you submitted an interest form after 4pm on Friday, February 15, your child's name will not be listed.

5th Grade ACCEPTED (FY 19-20) 

6th Grade ACCEPTED (FY 19-20)

6th Grade WAITLIST (FY 19-20)

7th Grade WAITLIST (FY 19-20)

8th Grade WAITLIST (FY 19-20)

UPCOMING EVENTS