KEILLER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Keiller Leadership Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the San Diego Unified school district, located in San Diego, CA with about 595 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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.

Keiller Leadership Academy (KLA) is a public charter school located in the Encanto neighborhood of San Diego, serving students in grades TK through 8. Originally founded as a partnership with the Preuss School and UC San Diego, the academy operates with a strong focus on college readiness and leadership development. The school’s mission centers on fostering an environment where students are challenged academically while receiving the social-emotional support necessary to become responsible, community-minded citizens.

The academy is well-known for its "Leadership" curriculum, which integrates character development and civic engagement directly into the daily school experience. By maintaining a structured, supportive atmosphere, Keiller aims to bridge the achievement gap for students in the Southeast San Diego area. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic trajectory that prepares middle schoolers for the demands of high school and beyond, often utilizing small-group instruction and holistic programming to ensure each student feels connected to the school community.

For more information, contact Keiller Leadership Academy at (619) 263-9266 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.