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#4246 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy
Elementary School · Knowledge Enlightens You (KEY) Academy District
11750 Dublin Blvd. #204, Dublin, CA 94568
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,246 of 9,539
In Dublin
#12 of 13
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy
Elementary School in Dublin · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy
Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy is a public elementary school in Dublin, CA, part of Knowledge Enlightens You (KEY) Academy District. Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,246 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy runs 25.1:1 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.
Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
32% of students at Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy 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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Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy — Students at Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy Compares
See how Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11750 Dublin Blvd. #204, Dublin, CA 94568
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOACHIM SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hayward), a more accessible option. Another option is MISSION HILLS SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Castro Valley), a more accessible option. Additionally, Burbank Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Hayward), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dublin, see our Dublin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brenkwitz High Hayward | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Cherryland Elementary Hayward | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Burbank Elementary Hayward | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Stellar Preparatory High School Hayward | 0.9 mi | — |
| STELLAR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Hayward | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Rising Star Sped Academy Hayward | 1.1 mi | — |
| Alameda County Community Hayward | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Opportunity Academy Hayward | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Royal Sunset (Continuation) Hayward | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Winton Middle Hayward | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| THE MONTESSORI GIVING TREE Castro Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Colonial Acres Elementary Hayward | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Longwood Elementary Hayward | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Grace Academy Hayward | 1.4 mi | — |
| ELMHURST LEARNING CENTER Hayward | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lorenzo Manor Elementary Hayward | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| St. Joachim's Elementary Hayward | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST JOACHIM SCHOOL Hayward | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MISSION HILLS SCHOOL Castro Valley | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Bret Harte Middle Hayward | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94568 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$205,046
Median Home Value
$1,224,100
Median Rent
$3,174/mo
Population
70,542
College Educated
69.5%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
37.3
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| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
| Annie R. Mitchell Visalia, CA | 6.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield, CA | 6.6 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy
What grades does Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy serve?
Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy?
Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy rank in CA?
Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy ranks #4,246 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy a charter school?
Yes, Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy a Title I school?
No, Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy?
78.0% of students at Knowledge Enlightens You (key) Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 628
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (510) 397-2524
Resources & Links
District
Knowledge Enlightens You (KEY) Academy District- District Enrollment
- 628
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,507
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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