KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL
KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GARLAND ISD school district, located in GARLAND, TX with about 485 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 31 teachers, KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
**Kimberlin Academy for Excellence** is a magnet elementary school located in Garland, Texas, serving students in grades PK through 5 as part of the Garland Independent School District (GISD). As a specialized magnet campus, it focuses on providing an enriched academic environment that emphasizes high expectations and rigorous instruction. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a strong sense of community and academic achievement, often utilizing unique instructional strategies to engage its diverse student population and prepare them for advanced learning opportunities in middle school and beyond.
Beyond its core curriculum, Kimberlin Academy is characterized by its dedication to student development through structured programs and a focus on both character and excellence. Being part of the Garland ISD magnet system, the school draws families who are seeking a specialized educational setting that goes beyond the traditional neighborhood school model. By maintaining a clear focus on scholastic growth and supportive teacher-student relationships, the academy strives to cultivate an atmosphere where students are encouraged to excel in their individual talents while building a solid foundation for lifelong learning.
For more information, contact KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL at (972) 926-2560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GARLAND, TX 75040-8099
(972) 926-2560
KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL is a public Title I school in GARLAND, TX with about 485 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- GARLAND ISD
- Total Students:
- 485
- Teachers:
- 31.81
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 485 students
- White
- 37.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 30.1%
- Black or African American
- 16.9%
- Asian
- 10.3%
- Two or more races
- 4.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.