Serving 1,037 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cesar Chavez Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,037 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Academy's student population of 1,037 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,037 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Academy is 0.46, 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
#3338 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Academy's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Academy is ranked #3338 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cesar Chavez Academy often compared to?
Cesar Chavez Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Prado View Elementary School, John Stallings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Academy?
1,037 students attend Cesar Chavez Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cesar Chavez Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Academy?
Cesar Chavez Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Academy offer ?
Cesar Chavez Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cesar Chavez Academy part of?
Cesar Chavez Academy is part of Corona-Norco Unified School District.
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Last Day of School - Minimum Day
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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