Serving 246 students in grades 9-12, King-chavez Community 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 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King-chavez Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
King-chavez Community High School's student population of 246 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
King-chavez Community 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 King-chavez Community 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
#7213 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
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
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King-chavez Community High School's ranking?
King-chavez Community High School is ranked #7213 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of King-chavez Community High School?
The graduation rate of King-chavez Community High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend King-chavez Community High School?
246 students attend King-chavez Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of King-chavez Community High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King-chavez Community High School?
King-chavez Community High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does King-chavez Community High School offer ?
King-chavez Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is King-chavez Community High School part of?
King-chavez Community High School is part of King-Chavez Community High School District.
In what neighborhood is King-chavez Community High School located?
King-chavez Community High School is located in the Core Columbia neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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