KING-CHAVEZ ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE

King-Chavez Academy of Excellence 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 311 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 15 teachers, King-Chavez Academy of Excellence has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

King-Chavez Academy of Excellence, located in the Logan Heights neighborhood of San Diego, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. As part of the King-Chavez Neighborhood of Schools, the academy is founded on the values of excellence, justice, and perseverance, drawing inspiration from the legacies of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Cesar Chavez. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to cultivate both the academic potential and the character of every student within a supportive, community-centered environment.

The academy is noted for its commitment to social justice and civic engagement, integrating these themes into a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for success in high school and beyond. By focusing on small class sizes and personalized attention, King-Chavez Academy of Excellence fosters a close-knit school culture where teachers, staff, and families work collaboratively. Through its mission, the school strives to empower its students to become leaders who are not only academically proficient but also compassionate and active participants in their community.

For more information, contact King-Chavez Academy of Excellence at (619) 232-2825 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.