Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cesar Chavez Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Primary's student population of 456 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Primary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Primary is 0.19, which is less 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
#6502 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Primary's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Primary is ranked #6502 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cesar Chavez Primary often compared to?
Cesar Chavez Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Manuel Jara Elementary School, Lone Star Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Primary?
456 students attend Cesar Chavez Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cesar Chavez Primary students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Primary?
Cesar Chavez Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Primary offer ?
Cesar Chavez Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cesar Chavez Primary part of?
Cesar Chavez Primary is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Primary located?
Cesar Chavez Primary is located in the Diamond Hill neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Diamond Hill.
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