Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez Elementary serves the southwest part of Madison, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Elementary School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
631 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#665 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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Asian
7%
4%
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Hispanic
27%
14%
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Black
11%
9%
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White
47%
66%
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Two or more races
8%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is ranked #665 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
631 students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Cesar Chavez Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
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