Serving 357 students in grades 4-6, Cesar Chavez Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez Intermediate serves the southern part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Intermediate's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Intermediate 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 Intermediate is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5398 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Intermediate's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate is ranked #5398 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Intermediate?
357 students attend Cesar Chavez Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Cesar Chavez Intermediate students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Intermediate?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Intermediate offer ?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Cesar Chavez Intermediate part of?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Intermediate located?
Cesar Chavez Intermediate is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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