Burbank Elementary vs King-Chavez Academy of Excellence
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 355 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burbank Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
317 students
King-Chavez Academy of Excellence
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
242 students
| Measure | Burbank Elementary San Diego, California | King-Chavez Academy of Excellence San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5207 of 5,693 | #4622 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48496 of 50,301 | #46122 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 317 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •King-Chavez Academy of Excellence scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.9 vs 13.0).
- •King-Chavez Academy of Excellence does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •King-Chavez Academy of Excellence does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 95%).
- •King-Chavez Academy of Excellence does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 24.4).
- •Burbank Elementary is the larger school with 317 students compared with 242.
- •Burbank Elementary is a public school while King-Chavez Academy of Excellence is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burbank Elementary better than King-Chavez Academy of Excellence?
On the Success Index (US), King-Chavez Academy of Excellence ranks higher (17.9 vs 13.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Burbank Elementary and King-Chavez Academy of Excellence?
About 355 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burbank Elementary: 317. King-Chavez Academy of Excellence: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burbank Elementary and King-Chavez Academy of Excellence rank in California?
Burbank Elementary is 5207th of 5,693 and King-Chavez Academy of Excellence is 4622nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).