Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Edward Kemble 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edward Kemble Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Edward Kemble 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 Edward Kemble Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#7689 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sacramento City Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Kemble Elementary School's ranking?
Edward Kemble Elementary School is ranked #7689 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edward Kemble Elementary School often compared to?
Edward Kemble Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Language Academy Of Sacramento, Bret Harte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edward Kemble Elementary School?
454 students attend Edward Kemble Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Edward Kemble Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward Kemble Elementary School?
Edward Kemble Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edward Kemble Elementary School offer ?
Edward Kemble Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Edward Kemble Elementary School part of?
Edward Kemble Elementary School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Edward Kemble Elementary School located?
Edward Kemble Elementary School is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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