Serving 373 students in grades 4-6, Cesar Chavez Intermediate 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 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: 4-6
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Intermediate's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Intermediate 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 Intermediate is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5548 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
50%
55%
Black
16%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Intermediate's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate is ranked #5548 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Intermediate?
373 students attend Cesar Chavez Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cesar Chavez Intermediate students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Intermediate?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Intermediate offer ?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Cesar Chavez Intermediate part of?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Intermediate located?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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