Serving 1,377 students in grades 9-12, Cesar E. Chavez High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 1,377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar E. Chavez High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cesar E. Chavez High School's student population of 1,377 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cesar E. Chavez High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar E. Chavez High School is 0.22, 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
#2816 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
88%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar E. Chavez High School's ranking?
Cesar E. Chavez High School is ranked #2816 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cesar E. Chavez High School often compared to?
Cesar E. Chavez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delano High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar E. Chavez High School?
The graduation rate of Cesar E. Chavez High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cesar E. Chavez High School?
1,377 students attend Cesar E. Chavez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cesar E. Chavez High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar E. Chavez High School?
Cesar E. Chavez High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cesar E. Chavez High School offer ?
Cesar E. Chavez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cesar E. Chavez High School part of?
Cesar E. Chavez High School is part of Delano Joint Union High School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
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