KIPP Academy of Opportunity District

Located at 8500 South Figueroa Street in Los Angeles, California, the KIPP Academy of Opportunity District is an active independent charter district serving families within a dynamic, large-city setting. Tailored specifically to support students during critical transitional learning years, the district delivers a focused middle-school curriculum spanning fifth through eighth grade across its single operational campus. The student body comprises 466 middle schoolers, evenly distributed across grades 5 through 8, reflecting the rich diversity of the local community with a student population that predominantly includes Hispanic (269 students) and Black (185 students) scholars, alongside multiracial representation.

To foster an engaging academic environment, the district backs its student body with a well-resourced instructional and operational team. Classroom teaching is led by nearly 39 full-time equivalent teachers, establishing a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 12 to 1 that ensures scholars receive personalized guidance. This teaching body is complemented by a dedicated team of 43 support staff members who oversee student services, administrative needs, and campus wellbeing, bringing the district's total workforce to over 82 full-time equivalent staff. For parents, students, and researchers exploring educational options in South Los Angeles, the district maintains an accessible community presence reachable by phone at (323) 778-0125 or online at kippsocal.org/opportunity.