Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Diego Hills Central Public Charter 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 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diego Hills Central Public Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Diego Hills Central Public Charter's student population of 356 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Diego Hills Central Public Charter 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 Diego Hills Central Public Charter is 0.56, 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
#8199 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diego Hills Central Public Charter's ranking?
Diego Hills Central Public Charter is ranked #8199 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Diego Hills Central Public Charter?
The graduation rate of Diego Hills Central Public Charter is 15-19%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Diego Hills Central Public Charter?
356 students attend Diego Hills Central Public Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Diego Hills Central Public Charter students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diego Hills Central Public Charter?
Diego Hills Central Public Charter has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Diego Hills Central Public Charter offer ?
Diego Hills Central Public Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Diego Hills Central Public Charter part of?
Diego Hills Central Public Charter is part of Diego Hills Central Public Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Diego Hills Central Public Charter located?
Diego Hills Central Public Charter is located in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in City Heights.
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