Serving 201 students in grades 6-8, King-chavez Preparatory Academy 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 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King-chavez Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
King-chavez Preparatory Academy's student population of 201 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
King-chavez Preparatory Academy 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 Preparatory Academy is 0.08, 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
#9161 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King-chavez Preparatory Academy's ranking?
King-chavez Preparatory Academy is ranked #9161 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend King-chavez Preparatory Academy?
201 students attend King-chavez Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of King-chavez Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King-chavez Preparatory Academy?
King-chavez Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does King-chavez Preparatory Academy offer ?
King-chavez Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is King-chavez Preparatory Academy part of?
King-chavez Preparatory Academy is part of King-Chavez Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is King-chavez Preparatory Academy located?
King-chavez Preparatory Academy is located in the Grant Hill neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Grant Hill.
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