KIT CARSON INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Kit Carson International Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Sacramento City Unified school district, located in Sacramento, CA with about 509 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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. With about 26 teachers, Kit Carson International Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Kit Carson International Academy, located in the East Sacramento area, is a unique 7th–12th grade campus within the Sacramento City Unified School District. It is recognized as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, offering a rigorous academic framework designed to develop students’ intellectual, personal, and social skills. By focusing on the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), the school emphasizes global awareness, critical thinking, and a challenging curriculum that prepares students for the demands of university-level work.

Beyond its academic focus, the academy is known for fostering a close-knit community environment that supports student growth from the transition of middle school through high school graduation. The school aims to produce "internationally-minded" citizens who are prepared to navigate an increasingly interconnected world. With a emphasis on service learning, language acquisition, and inquiry-based instruction, Kit Carson serves as a distinct choice for families in the region seeking a structured, globally-oriented educational experience.

For more information, contact Kit Carson International Academy at (916) 277-6750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.