Serving 263 students in grades 9-12, Cesar Chavez Continuation High 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 was ≤5% (which was lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤5% (which was lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was lower than the California state level of 21:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#9477 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
80%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
19%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
82%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Continuation High School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Continuation High School is ranked #9477 out of 9,523 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar Chavez Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Cesar Chavez Continuation High School is 82%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Continuation High School?
263 students attend Cesar Chavez Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cesar Chavez Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Continuation High School?
Cesar Chavez Continuation High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Continuation High School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cesar Chavez Continuation High School part of?
Cesar Chavez Continuation High School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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