Serving 2,598 students in grades 9-12, Cesar Chavez High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona 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 Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez High School serves the southern part of Laveen, AZ, covering an area of approximately 24.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez High School's student population of 2,598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,598 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1629 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Silver
School Mascot
Champion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez High School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez High School is ranked #1629 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Cesar Chavez High School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betty Fairfax 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% AZ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar Chavez High School?
The graduation rate of Cesar Chavez High School is 86%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez High School?
2,598 students attend Cesar Chavez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cesar Chavez High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez High School?
Cesar Chavez High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez High School offer ?
Cesar Chavez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cesar Chavez High School part of?
Cesar Chavez High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez High School located?
Cesar Chavez High School is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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