Serving 305 students in grades 6-8, Cesar E. Chavez Middle 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar E. Chavez Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Planada, CA, encompassing approximately 49.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 4.4 miles, and the furthest edge located 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar E. Chavez Middle School's student population of 305 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Cesar E. Chavez Middle 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 E. Chavez Middle School is 0.04, 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
#6446 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar E. Chavez Middle School's ranking?
Cesar E. Chavez Middle School is ranked #6446 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar E. Chavez Middle School?
305 students attend Cesar E. Chavez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Cesar E. Chavez Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar E. Chavez Middle School?
Cesar E. Chavez Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar E. Chavez Middle School offer ?
Cesar E. Chavez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cesar E. Chavez Middle School part of?
Cesar E. Chavez Middle School is part of Planada Elementary School District.
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