Serving 548 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar E. Chavez Middle serves the southeast part of Watsonville, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar E. Chavez Middle School's student population of 548 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.02, 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
#8971 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
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 #8971 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar E. Chavez Middle School?
548 students attend Cesar E. Chavez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Cesar E. Chavez Middle School students are Hispanic, 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 20:1, 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 Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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