Serving 2,257 students in grades 9-12, Cesar Chavez High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez High School's student population of 2,257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6660 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
53%
55%
Black
11%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez High School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez High School is ranked #6660 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cesar Chavez High School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison High School, Stagg Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar Chavez High School?
The graduation rate of Cesar Chavez High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez High School?
2,257 students attend Cesar Chavez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cesar Chavez High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez High School?
Cesar Chavez High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez High School offer ?
Cesar Chavez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cesar Chavez High School part of?
Cesar Chavez High School is part of Stockton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez High School located?
Cesar Chavez High School is located in the Valley Oak neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Valley Oak.
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