Cesar Chavez High School is a public four-year high school in Stockton, California. It is part of the Stockton Unified School District.
Serving 2,021 students in grades 9-12, Cesar Chavez 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 is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,021 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez High serves the northern part of Stockton, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 2.3 miles and the furthest edge located 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez High School's student population of 2,021 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,021 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez High 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 High School is 0.61, 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
#6900 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titan 50px
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez High School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez High School is ranked #6900 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cesar Chavez High School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison High School, Stagg Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar Chavez High School?
The graduation rate of Cesar Chavez High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez High School?
2,021 students attend Cesar Chavez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cesar Chavez High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez High School?
Cesar Chavez High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez High School offer ?
Cesar Chavez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cesar Chavez High School part of?
Cesar Chavez High School is part of Stockton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez High School located?
Cesar Chavez High School is located in the Valley Oak neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Valley Oak.
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