KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL

School Overview
**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.
486
Total Students
32.1
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL
Demographic Student Count
White147
Hispanic151
Black86
Asian73
Two or More27
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    151 (31.1 %)
  • White
    147 (30.2 %)
  • Black
    86 (17.7 %)
  • Asian
    73 (15.0 %)
  • Two or More
    27 (5.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: GARLAND ISD
Phone: (972)926-2560
Website: http://www.garlandisd.net/kimberlin
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 486
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 136
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 37
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 1
Kindergarten 57
Grade 1 67
Grade 2 86
Grade 3 90
Grade 4 87
Grade 5 98

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten1
Kindergarten57
Grade 167
Grade 286
Grade 390
Grade 487
Grade 598
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24951.2%
Male23748.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)