Serving 225 students in grades 5-8, Keppel Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keppel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Keppel Academy's student population of 225 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Mascot
Cobras
School Rankings
Keppel Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keppel Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4797 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cobras
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keppel Academy's ranking?
Keppel Academy is ranked #4797 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Keppel Academy often compared to?
Keppel Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pearblossom Elementary School, Alpine Elementary School, Daisy Gibson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Keppel Academy?
225 students attend Keppel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Keppel Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keppel Academy?
Keppel Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Keppel Academy offer ?
Keppel Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Keppel Academy part of?
Keppel Academy is part of Keppel Union Elementary School District.
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