KEMPTON STREET LITERACY ACADEMY

Kempton Street Literacy Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the La Mesa-Spring Valley school district, located in Spring Valley, CA with about 410 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Kempton Street Literacy Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kempton Street Literacy Academy, located in Spring Valley, California, serves as a specialized educational institution with a primary focus on foundational academic development. By centering its curriculum on literacy, the school aims to provide students with the essential reading, writing, and communication skills necessary to succeed across all subject areas. The academy is designed to foster a supportive learning environment where students can build confidence in their language abilities while meeting state educational standards.

Beyond its focus on core literacy instruction, the school operates as a vital community hub within the Spring Valley area. By emphasizing small-group instruction and targeted interventions, Kempton Street Literacy Academy seeks to close achievement gaps and ensure that every student receives personalized attention. Through its commitment to high-quality academic programming and a student-centered culture, the academy prepares its learners for long-term success in their future educational pursuits.

For more information, contact Kempton Street Literacy Academy at (619) 668-5870 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.