Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kimbrough Elementary School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kimbrough Elementary serves the southern part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimbrough Elementary School's student population of 316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Motto
Be Kind, Work Hard
School Rankings
Kimbrough Elementary School 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 Kimbrough Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#6946 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimbrough Elementary School's ranking?
Kimbrough Elementary School is ranked #6946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kimbrough Elementary School?
316 students attend Kimbrough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kimbrough Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimbrough Elementary School?
Kimbrough Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kimbrough Elementary School offer ?
Kimbrough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kimbrough Elementary School part of?
Kimbrough Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kimbrough Elementary School located?
Kimbrough Elementary School is located in the Grant Hill neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Grant Hill.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Universal Human Rights Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of National School Board Recognition Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
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