KIPP San José Collegiate is fully in-person! Visit our COVID Prevention page for more information. 

School Profile

Applications for the 2022-23 academic year are now open! 
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Mission

KIPP San José Collegiate provides a rigorous academic program to prepare students to enter and succeed in the nation’s finest four-year colleges and universities and the competitive world beyond. Our graduates will use their education and life experiences to make positive change in their own lives, within the East San José community, and among our global society.

KIPP has a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Read more about our commitment to the work here.

History

KIPP San José Collegiate is a public charter high school located in East San José that is free, open to all students, and committed to preparing students for college and choice-filled lives. KIPP San José Collegiate opened its doors in 2008 and graduated its first class of seniors in 2012. Over 90% of KIPP San José Collegiate students matriculate to college.

Honors

2021 California Distinguished School Award
#4 Best High School in California – 2018 US News and World Report
2017-2018 California Honor Roll

Values

Leadership | Responsibility | Resilience | Excellence

School Profile

KSJC 2020 Graduation Website

Visit the graduation website for KIPP San José Collegiate Class of 2020! Find our virtual graduation, videos from KSJC staff. letters from students and much more! 

Virtual Graduation
www.ksjc2020graduation.com

When I drop my girls off at school, or come to help the teachers, I can see that everyone is working together to help one another. Those are the same values I hold for my own family, and I have such confidence in KIPP to give my daughters the education I never had. With KIPP, I know that their dreams are possible. I will see my girls complete college and become whatever they want to be in the world.

Salvador Abundiz, Parent, KIPP San Jose Collegiate

Enrollment Information

Applications for the 2022-23 academic year are open. Only applications that are received by the Open Enrollment deadline will be considered in the Lottery. Applications received after the Open Enrollment deadline will be considered on a first come first served basis. Lottery decision will be sent to families via text and email.

Questions? Contact the school Operations Manager, Patty Santiago via phone 408. 937.3752, fax 408.937.3755 or email at ksjc_info@kippbayarea.org.

Student Community

558

Number of Students

9–12

Grades Served

98%
Students of Color

70%

Eligible for free or reduced-price lunch

5%

Receive special education services

7%

English language learners
What Makes KIPP Different?

With a focus on character and academics, our free public charter schools prepare students for success in college and opportunity in life.

High Expectations

Clearly defined and measurable high expectations for academic achievement and conduct that creates and reinforces a culture of achievement and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student’s needs, skills, and interests.

Strength of Character

We believe that our students need both a strong academic foundation and well-developed character strengths to succeed in college and the world beyond.

Highly Skilled Teachers & Leaders

We empower educators to lead school teams and invest in training to help them grow as professionals.

Safe & Structured Environments

Our schools provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment so that our students thrive and maximize their learning.

KIPP Through College

Counselors support students as they prepare for college and career, and navigate social, academic, and financial challenges while in college.