Serving 401 students in grades 6-12, Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy's student population of 401 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
92%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy is ranked #125 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy often compared to?
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policyis often viewed alongside schools like Center City Pcs - Trinidad by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy?
The graduation rate of Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy is 80-84%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy?
401 students attend Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy?
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy offer ?
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy part of?
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy is part of Cesar Chavez PCS For Public Policy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy located?
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools For Public Policy is located in the Mayfair neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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