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KIPP Empower Academy | Grades TK-4
Award-Winning Elementary Public School
KIPP Empower Academy is an award-winning, tuition-free, college-preparatory charter public elementary school and KIPP SoCal’s first elementary school founded in South Los Angeles, part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network of 270 schools in 20 states and Washington, DC.
KIPP Empower is grounded in its mission of empowering students to be strong in mind, body, and spirit. For a strong mind, KEA piloted a blended learning model catering to the variety of student learning styles. For a strong body, KEA has a rigorous program that includes P.E., dance,and healthy & organic food for scholars. For a strong spirit, KEA has adapted culturally-responsive and social-emotional learning teaching practices.
School Awards: US News & World Report Best Elementary Charter School (2025).
Take a School Tour At KIPP Empower!
School Core Values
- Love
- Community
- Purpose
- Heritage
- Resilience
School Leader
Mia Walker
School Leader
"We strive to continue to grow at KIPP Empower; we push to provide an exceptional education for our students.”
Keeping our South LA Community Safe
School Address
8466 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90003
Main Office
T. 323.750.2279
F. 323.750.7902
South LA Community Stories
OurWeekly reporter Caleb Pugh visits KIPP Academy of Opportunity and KIPP Empower Academy on S. Figueroa.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Spectrum News reporter Taylor Torregano features two impactful mentorship programs at KIPP Empower Academy.
Schools must rank in the top 40% of their state’s assessment data to earn this recognition. This prestigious recognition highlights the exceptional dedication of our students, families, educators, and team members across our region.
At KIPP Empower Academy, a small group of dedicated mentors are building genuine connections with 3rd- and 4th-grade boys through the Brotherhood Mentorship Program.
