Kimbrough Elementary vs King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 476 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kimbrough Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
316 students
King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades 4–5
159 students
| Measure | Kimbrough Elementary San Diego, California | King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4966 of 5,693 | #5024 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47641 of 50,301 | #47827 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 316 | 159 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 94.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.0 vs 14.6).
- •Kimbrough Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Kimbrough Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.3% vs 96.8%).
- •Kimbrough Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 22.7).
- •Kimbrough Elementary is the larger school with 316 students compared with 159.
- •Kimbrough Elementary is a public school while King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy 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 Kimbrough Elementary better than King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Kimbrough Elementary and King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy?
About 476 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kimbrough Elementary: 316. King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy: 159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kimbrough Elementary and King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy rank in California?
Kimbrough Elementary is 4966th of 5,693 and King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy is 5024th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).