Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cesar Chavez Elementary 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Elementary School's student population of 446 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6374 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is ranked #6374 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
446 students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cesar Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cesar Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Elementary School located?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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