Serving 705 students in grades 9-12, Cesar Chavez High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Chavez High School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2601 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
2%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez High School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez High School is ranked #2601 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cesar Chavez High School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Rouge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar Chavez High School?
The graduation rate of Cesar Chavez High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez High School?
705 students attend Cesar Chavez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cesar Chavez High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez High School?
Cesar Chavez High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez High School offer ?
Cesar Chavez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cesar Chavez High School part of?
Cesar Chavez High School is part of Cesar Chavez Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez High School located?
Cesar Chavez High School is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
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