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King City Arts Magnet
Elementary School · King City Union
415 Pearl St., King City, CA 93930
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,259 of 9,539
In King City
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
King City Union
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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King City Arts Magnet
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About King City Arts Magnet
King City Arts Magnet is a public elementary school in King City, CA, part of King City Union. King City Arts Magnet serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. King City Arts Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,259 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for King City Arts Magnet show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
King City Arts Magnet runs 22.4:1 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.
40% of students at King City Arts Magnet 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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King City Arts Magnet — Students at King City Arts Magnet score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How King City Arts Magnet Compares
See how King City Arts Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
415 Pearl St., King City, CA 93930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King City Arts Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Ardo Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby San Ardo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary Chapa Academy (rated 7.5/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Lucas Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby San Lucas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in King City, see our King City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLSVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMIC SCHOOL King City | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| King City High King City | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Santa Lucia Elementary King City | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Pinnacle Coastal Valley High King City | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| Portola-Butler Continuation High King City | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Del Rey Elementary King City | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Chalone Peaks Middle King City | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| San Lucas Elementary San Lucas | 8.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 9.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Vista Verde Middle Greenfield | 9.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Greenfield | 10.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Greenfield | 10.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Mary Chapa Academy Greenfield | 10.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield | 10.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Bitterwater-Tully Elementary King City | 13.6 mi | — |
| San Antonio Elementary Lockwood | 18.6 mi | 3.5 |
| San Vicente Elementary Soledad | 18.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Gabilan Elementary Soledad | 18.6 mi | 6.2 |
| San Ardo Elementary San Ardo | 18.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Jack Franscioni Elementary Soledad | 18.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,555
Median Home Value
$404,000
Median Rent
$1,537/mo
Population
17,124
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
30.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roseville, CA | 6.1 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.1 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.1 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King City Arts Magnet
What grades does King City Arts Magnet serve?
King City Arts Magnet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend King City Arts Magnet?
King City Arts Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King City Arts Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at King City Arts Magnet is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King City Arts Magnet rank in CA?
King City Arts Magnet ranks #5,259 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is King City Arts Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
King City Arts Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 King City Arts Magnet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King City Arts Magnet has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is King City Arts Magnet a charter school?
No, King City Arts Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is King City Arts Magnet a Title I school?
No, King City Arts Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King City Arts Magnet?
90.2% of students at King City Arts Magnet qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (831) 385-5473
Resources & Links
District
King City Union- District Enrollment
- 2,552
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,155
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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