Chula Vista High School is a public high school located in Chula Vista, California. Founded in 1947, it is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
Serving 1,980 students in grades 9-12, Chula Vista Senior 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,980 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chula Vista Senior High School's student population of 1,980 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1947
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chula Vista Senior High 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 Chula Vista Senior High School is 0.29, 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
#6360 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sammy The Spartan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chula Vista Senior High School's ranking?
Chula Vista Senior High School is ranked #6360 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chula Vista Senior High School often compared to?
Chula Vista Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chula Vista Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Chula Vista Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chula Vista Senior High School?
1,980 students attend Chula Vista Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Chula Vista Senior High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chula Vista Senior High School?
Chula Vista Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chula Vista Senior High School offer ?
Chula Vista Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chula Vista Senior High School part of?
Chula Vista Senior High School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
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