Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School's student population of 511 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
511 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1840 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%

Asian
n/a
7%

Hispanic
98%
12%

Black
n/a
12%

White
1%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School's ranking?
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School is ranked #1840 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School?
511 students attend Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School?
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School offer ?
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School part of?
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School is part of Academia Cesar Chavez Charter Sch. School District.
In what neighborhood is Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School located?
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School is located in the Eastern Hazel Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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