Mission
KIPP San Jose Collegiate will provide 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. By building poised, confident, and articulate leaders, our graduates will use their education and life experiences to make positive change in their own lives, within the East San Jose community, and among our global society.
History
In August 2008, KIPP San Jose Collegiate opened its doors to students from East San Jose who are committed to working hard to prepare for college and success in life. The school was founded by Melissa Gonzales, who was herself a founding teacher at KIPP Heartwood Academy in 2004. In the 2009-2010 school year, KIPP San Jose Collegiate will serve nearly 200 students, freshmen and sophomores.
Values
Leadership | Responsibility | Resilience | Excellence
School Leader
Melissa Gonzales
Enrollment and Demographics
190 students, grades 9 and 10
- 72% Latino or Hispanic
- 17% Asian
- 2% African American
- 9% Pacific Islander or other
- 14% English Language Learners
- 66% qualify for federal free and reduced-price meals
Contact
1790 Educational Park Drive
San Jose, CA 95133
Phone: (408) 937-3750
Fax: (408) 937-3755
ksjc_info@kippbayarea.org
Enroll
Contact Patricia Santiago
Phone: (408) 937-3752
psantiago@kippsanjose.org
Download the KIPP San Jose Collegiate Profile.