Overview
KIPP S.T.A.R. College Preparatory Charter School is a charter school located at 625 West 133 Street in Manhattan, New York City. It is listed by NYC Public Schools as school number M726 and is part of Geographic District 5, with a District Borough Number of 84M726. The NYC Public Schools directory lists grades 0K and 01 through 09, making it a kindergarten through ninth grade school. Its legal name in the New York State Education Department data system is KIPP STAR COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL. [1][2]
This profile summarizes verified directory and state data about the school. It is intended as a neutral reference for families, students, and researchers, not as a ranking, review, or recommendation. Charter school programs, admissions procedures, leadership, and services can change, so readers should confirm current details with the school and its network.
Charter schools in New York State are publicly funded but independently operated. They are not managed by the local school district in the same way as district-run schools, although they are held to state academic and reporting requirements. This distinction matters when reading district and state data: a charter school may appear in NYC Public Schools directories and NYSED reports while still having its own admissions process and governance structure. [1][2]
Location and School Identity
The verified campus address is 625 West 133 Street, Manhattan, NY 10027. The NYC Public Schools directory also lists building information for M125 at 433 West 123 Street and M195 at 625 West 133 Street. The school shares its building with other schools. Its NYC Public Schools number is M726, and its District Borough Number is 84M726. Although it is listed within Geographic District 5, it is a charter school rather than a zoned district school, so its enrollment is not defined by a neighborhood attendance boundary. [1]
The school should be distinguished from other KIPP schools in New York City. NYSED uses the legal name KIPP STAR COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL and lists BEDS code 310500860858 and institution ID 800000056596. The NYSED record lists the school’s website as https://www.kippnyc.org/star, indicating affiliation with the KIPP NYC network. [2]
NYC Public Schools lists the school leaders as principals Carol Martinez and Candice Seagrave, with the shared contact email star-principal@kippnyc.org. The directory also lists phone 212-991-2650 and fax 212-666-4723. Leadership and contact details can change, so readers should verify them with the school. [1]
A Manhattan location does not by itself establish eligibility for a particular student. For charter schools, eligibility and enrollment are determined by the school’s admissions process, not by residence in a specific attendance zone. [1]
Grades and Academic Programs
NYC Public Schools lists the school’s grades as 0K, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, and 09. In plain terms, this is a kindergarten through ninth grade school. The available directory source does not describe specific curriculum, advanced courses, or specialized academic programs. [1]
NYSED’s school profile includes an at-a-glance section and references grade 8 science, but the retrieved excerpt does not provide program details or assessment results. The state profile also links to state assessment information and a Local Support and Improvement section. [2]
Because the school is a charter school, its academic program is managed by the charter operator rather than by the local district’s standard school program. Families should consult the school’s official website for current curriculum and program information. [1][2]
The grade span listed by NYC Public Schools is the most specific grade information in the supplied evidence. It does not confirm which grades are offered in a given year beyond the directory listing, so families should confirm current grade availability with the school. [1]
Enrollment and School Data
NYSED’s 2024–25 at-a-glance page reports a total enrollment of 748 students. This figure is a state-reported enrollment count for the 2024–25 school year and should not be read as a current enrollment count for later years. [2]
Enrollment figures in NYSED’s at-a-glance profile are reported for a specific school year and may include students in all reported grades. They are not a measure of school quality by themselves. When comparing schools, readers should consider the reporting period, grade span, and student population served. [2]
NYC Public Schools lists the school as fully accessible and provides a building accessibility profile for M195 at 625 West 133 Street with a rating of 9 out of 10. The directory states that all educational primary function areas within the building are accessible, although minor barriers may exist. Accessibility details can change, so families with specific needs should contact the school. [1]
The NYC Public Schools directory also lists free student meals and breakfast and lunch menus for the school. [1]
NYSED’s profile includes school climate indicators such as attendance, suspension rate, and chronic absenteeism, but the retrieved excerpt does not include the reported values. Readers should consult the live NYSED profile for current data and reporting periods. [2]
NYC Public Schools also publishes a School Quality Snapshot and a K-8 School Performance Dashboard for the school. The snapshot is described as a summary of the school’s learning environment and student performance, while the dashboard shows multiple years of data and key comparisons. These tools are separate from the state’s at-a-glance profile and should be read with their reporting periods and methodology in mind. [1]
Admissions and Enrollment
KIPP S.T.A.R. College Preparatory Charter School is identified as a charter school. NYC Public Schools directs families to learn how to enroll in a charter school rather than to a zoned school enrollment process. Charter schools in New York City are publicly funded schools of choice; they are independently operated, and admission is generally managed by the charter school or its network. Specific application windows, lottery procedures, preferences, and enrollment requirements should be confirmed with the school and with official NYC charter school enrollment resources. [1]
The school’s NYSED-listed website is https://www.kippnyc.org/star. The NYC Public Schools school page is https://www.schools.nyc.gov/schools/m726. These are appropriate starting points for current admissions information. [1][2]
NYC Public Schools’ charter school enrollment guidance is the official starting point for families seeking a charter school seat. The school’s own website and network may provide additional details about open houses, application timelines, and required documents. [1][2]
Student Services and Family Information
The NYC Public Schools directory lists the school as fully accessible and provides a building accessibility profile. It also lists free student meals and breakfast and lunch menus. The directory includes a mental health and wellness note advising families to ask the Parent Coordinator, School Social Worker, or School Counselor for information about the school’s mental health program. [1]
Accessibility information is building-specific. The NYC Public Schools accessibility profile for M195 describes the main instructional building; families should ask about the specific building and classroom spaces their child would use. [1]
The available sources do not describe language support, transportation, after-school programs, or other services. Families should contact the school directly for current information about services and eligibility. [1]
History and Community Context
The supplied sources do not provide a founding date, historical milestones, or community history for this school. This profile therefore does not include a history section. The school is part of the KIPP NYC network, as indicated by its NYSED-listed website, and operates as a charter school in Manhattan’s District 5 area. [1][2]
Charter schools in New York City operate under a charter authorized by a chartering entity. The supplied sources do not identify the school’s charter authorizer or founding year, so those details require verification with the school or the New York State Education Department. [1][2]
How to Verify Current Information
To verify current information, consult:
- The school’s official website: https://www.kippnyc.org/star [2]
- The NYC Public Schools directory page for school number M726: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/schools/m726 [1]
- The NYSED Data Site profile for institution ID 800000056596: https://data.nysed.gov/profile.php?instid=800000056596 [2]
These sources provide the school’s official name, location, grade span, enrollment reporting, accessibility information, and links to school quality and performance data. Because school details can change, confirm admissions, programs, leadership, and services directly with the school. Readers should avoid relying on third-party rankings or outdated directory copies. [1][2]