KIPP has a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Read more about our commitment to the work here.
Mission
KIPP Summit Academy students, families, and staff prepare every child to go to and through college and lead lives full of opportunity. KIPP Summit is a team and a family defined by growth mindsets, self-reflection, and mutual respect. Through teamwork and academic excellence, KIPP Summit students become passionate readers and critical thinkers who realize their highest potential to benefit themselves, their families, and their community.
Honors
Top Bay Area Public Schools for Underserved Students
Distinguished California School 2019
2017-18 California Honor Roll
2014 National Blue Ribbon recipient
Values
Responsibility | Integrity | Curiosity | Teamwork
Enrollment Information
Applications for the 2022-23 school year are open for Grades 5-8. You can submit your online application for our waiting list here or visit the school to submit an application.
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 decisions will be sent to families via text and email.
Open Enrollment deadline: January 31, 2022
Lottery date: February 9, 2022
To submit an application or inquire about your status on the waitlist, please log in to your SchoolMint account at kippnorcal.schoolmint.net/.
For questions, contact our office: by phone (510) 258-0106 or (510)506-1713 for Spanish (510)-318-0409, fax 510.258.0097, or email front.desk@kippsummit.org.
Student Community
422
Number of Students
5–8
Grades Served
96%
Students of Color
71%
Eligible for free or reduced-price lunch
6%
Receive special education services
33%
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 Forward
The KIPP Forward team supports current students and alumni with their educational and career goals that fulfill their sense of purpose.