Accepting applications for the 2023-24 academic year!
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Who We Are
KIPP San Francisco College Preparatory (Grades 9-12) is a public charter high school located in the Bayview district.
Mission
To prepare all students with the academic skills, knowledge, and strength of character to succeed in college and in the competitive world beyond. Through a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, analytical writing, and public speaking, students will be empowered to take ownership of their own education and achieve success not only as students, but also as active citizens engaged in their communities.
Vision
SFCP cultivates facilitators of healing who work together to dismantle systems of oppression through the discovery of self and the development of empathy for others.
KIPP has a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Read more about our commitment to the work here.
Honors
#10 SF Metro Area High School – 2022 US News and World Report
Top Bay Area Public Schools for Underserved Students
Values
Excellence | Grit | Community | Joy
Enrollment Information
Applications for the 2023-24 school year are open for Grades 9-12. You can submit your online application here or visit the school to submit an application. You may also complete a paper application and submit it in person at the SFCP office. Download here: English | Spanish
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: March 9, 2023
To submit an application or inquire about your status, please log in to your SchoolMint account at kippnorcal.schoolmint.net/.
Want to learn more about our school before you apply?
Take a school tour. We welcome all prospective students and their families to come tour our school. Please call the school to schedule a time.
Give us a call. Contact school Operations Manager, Angelica Young via phone 415.643.6951 or email at angelica.young@kippsfcp.org
Student Community
392
Number of Students
9–12
Grades Served
98%
Students of Color
83%
Eligible for free or reduced-price lunch
17%
Receive special education services
23%
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.