For the 2025-26 school year, there are 17 public high schools serving 20,141 students in Chula Vista, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Chula Vista, CA are Eastlake High School, Olympian High School and Otay Ranch Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chula Vista, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Chula Vista have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Chula Vista, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eastlake High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Chula Vista, CA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastlake High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1120 Eastlake Pkwy.
Chula Vista, CA 91915
(619) 397-3800
Chula Vista, CA 91915
(619) 397-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,710 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Olympian High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1925 Magdalena Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 656-2400
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 656-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,324 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Otay Ranch Senior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1250 Olympic Pkwy.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 591-5000
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 591-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,546 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Bonita Vista Senior High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
751 Otay Lakes Rd.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 397-2000
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 397-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,049 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
East Hills Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1791 Rock Mountain Rd.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 656-2490
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 656-2490
Gr: 7-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Sweetwater Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1355 Second Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 498-6000
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 498-6000
Gr: 7-9
Rank: #77.
Chula Vista Learning Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
590 K St.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 426-2885
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 426-2885
Gr: K-12 | 1,458 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Mueller Charter (Robert L.)
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
715 I St.
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 422-6192
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 422-6192
Gr: K-12 | 1,555 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Hilltop Senior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
555 Claire Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 476-4200
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 476-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,841 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1010.
Hawking S.t.e.a.m. Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
489 E St.
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 349-3700
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 349-3700
Gr: K-12 | 1,305 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Altus Schools South Bay
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3252 Bonita Rd.
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(858) 678-2020
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(858) 678-2020
Gr: 7-12 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Chula Vista Senior High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 Fourth Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 476-5824
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 476-5824
Gr: 9-12 | 1,980 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1313.
Castle Park Senior High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1395 Hilltop Dr.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-2000
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,381 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1414.
Alta Vista Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
730 Medical Center Ct.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 216-5160
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 216-5160
Gr: 7-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1515.
Options Secondary
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
467 Moss St.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 796-7320
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 796-7320
Gr: 7-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1616.
Maac Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1385 Third Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 476-0749
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 476-0749
Gr: 9-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1717.
Palomar High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
480 Palomar St.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 407-4800
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 407-4800
Gr: 7-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Chula Vista, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bounce Back Independent Study High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
467 Moss St
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-7800
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,152 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
310 Brd.way
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 739-4836
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 739-4836
Gr: K-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Fifth Avenue Academy (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
1130 Fifth Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-6000
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-6000
Gr: 7-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
296 H St. Ste. 200
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 713-7271
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 713-7271
Gr: K-12 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Chula Vista, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Chula Vista, CA include Eastlake High School, Olympian High School and Otay Ranch Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Chula Vista?
17 public high schools are located in Chula Vista.
What is the racial composition of students in Chula Vista?
Chula Vista public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Chula Vista are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Chula Vista include: Otay Ranch Senior High School vs. Olympian High School, Eastlake High School vs. Olympian High School, Olympian High School vs. Eastlake High School
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