Cesar E. Chavez High School is a continuation school in Santa Ana, California. In 2004, the school was granted a six-year accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 337 students in grades 9-12, Cesar E. 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar E. Chavez High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cesar E. Chavez High School's student population of 337 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cesar E. Chavez High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar E. Chavez High School is 0.02, 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
#9512 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar E. Chavez High School's ranking?
Cesar E. Chavez High School is ranked #9512 out of 9,602 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar E. Chavez High School?
The graduation rate of Cesar E. Chavez High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cesar E. Chavez High School?
337 students attend Cesar E. Chavez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Cesar E. Chavez High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar E. Chavez High School?
Cesar E. Chavez High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar E. Chavez High School offer ?
Cesar E. Chavez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cesar E. Chavez High School part of?
Cesar E. Chavez High School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
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