Below Average
#8487 of 9,539 schools in CA
Kimbrough Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
321 Hoitt St., San Diego, CA 92102
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,487 of 9,539
In San Diego
#266 of 288
public schools
In district
#165 of 174
San Diego Unified
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Kimbrough Elementary
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About Kimbrough Elementary
Kimbrough Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Kimbrough Elementary serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kimbrough Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,487 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kimbrough Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Kimbrough Elementary runs 20.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
48% of students at Kimbrough Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kimbrough Elementary — Students at Kimbrough Elementary score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Kimbrough Elementary Compares
See how Kimbrough Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
321 Hoitt St., San Diego, CA 92102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kimbrough Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain View (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McGill School of Success (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, King-Chavez Academy of Excellence (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| King-Chavez Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| King-Chavez Primary Academy San Diego | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy San Diego | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Logan Memorial Educational Campus San Diego | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Albert Einstein Academies San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Our Lady's School San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| OUR LADY'S SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Sherman Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Golden Hill K-8 San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| King-Chavez Academy of Excellence San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Rodriguez Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| McGill School of Success San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Mountain View San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Perkins K-8 San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Garfield High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Monarch San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Urban Discovery Academy Charter San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| e3 Civic High San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,319
Median Home Value
$646,600
Median Rent
$1,855/mo
Population
39,001
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
31%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kimbrough Elementary
What grades does Kimbrough Elementary serve?
Kimbrough Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kimbrough Elementary?
Kimbrough Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kimbrough Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kimbrough Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kimbrough Elementary rank in CA?
Kimbrough Elementary ranks #8,487 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kimbrough Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kimbrough Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kimbrough Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kimbrough Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kimbrough Elementary a charter school?
No, Kimbrough Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kimbrough Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kimbrough Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kimbrough Elementary?
97.5% of students at Kimbrough Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 314
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.1%
- Phone
- (619) 525-2010
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #165 of 174
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