Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-8, King-chavez Academy Of Excellence 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 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
King-chavez Academy Of Excellence's student population of 242 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
King-chavez Academy Of Excellence 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 King-chavez Academy Of Excellence is 0.04, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King-chavez Academy Of Excellence's ranking?
King-chavez Academy Of Excellence is ranked #6946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are King-chavez Academy Of Excellence often compared to?
King-chavez Academy Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Burbank Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 King-chavez Academy Of Excellence?
242 students attend King-chavez Academy Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of King-chavez Academy Of Excellence students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King-chavez Academy Of Excellence?
King-chavez Academy Of Excellence has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does King-chavez Academy Of Excellence offer ?
King-chavez Academy Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is King-chavez Academy Of Excellence part of?
King-chavez Academy Of Excellence is part of King-Chavez Academy Of Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is King-chavez Academy Of Excellence located?
King-chavez Academy Of Excellence is located in the Logan Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Logan Heights.
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