Serving 169 students in grades Kindergarten-6, 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez Elementary serves the east part of its district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
¡Si Se Puede! - Yes We Can!
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
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 #7478 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
169 students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cesar Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cesar Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Elementary School located?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is located in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 27 other public schools located in Northeast Los Angeles.
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