KIPP Academy of Opportunity | Grades 5-8 | KIPP Academy of Opportunity

KIPP Academy of Opportunity | Grades 5-8

Award-Winning Tuition-Free Public Middle School in South Los Angeles

For 20 years, KIPP Academy of Opportunity has been a South LA staple—offering free, high-quality education for grades 5–8 with strong academics, rich extracurriculars, and a tight-knit community that builds character, confidence, and opportunity.

Why Families Choose Opportunity

Strong on academics, rich in opportunities, and rooted in a community.

Strong Academics

Students build critical thinking and communication skills that prepare them to succeed and make a difference.

College-Ready

Structured support for high school and college readiness, persistence, completion and career success.

Whole-Child Focus

Strong literacy and character development, enriching after-school program, and fosters a sense of belonging.

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School Core Values

Honor
Love
Advocacy
Leadership

School Leader

John Coleman

School Leader

"KIPP Academy of Opportunity has a very distinct soul — we embody love, honor, advocacy, and continuous learning.”

Trusted by Over 450 South LA Families

What I love most about KIPP is their goal to provide our children with the best educational choices possible, so that they return and uplift their communities.
—KIPP Parent

There’s no place like KAO. For 20 years, KIPP Academy of Opportunity has been a South LA staple—offering free, high-quality education for grades 5–8. Families love KAO for its strong academics, thriving sports and arts programs, and the tight-knit, values-driven community that builds character, confidence, and opportunity. If you’re looking for a school that’s strong on academics, rich in experiences, and rooted in a community that lifts kids up—KAO is the place to be.

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