Cesar E. Chavez High School is a continuation school in Santa Ana, California. In 2004, the school was granted a six-year accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 350 students in grades 9-12, Cesar E. Chavez 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 56% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar E. Chavez High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cesar E. Chavez High School's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Being a “Passionate Champion for staff and students.”
School Rankings
Cesar E. Chavez 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 Cesar E. Chavez 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
#9445 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Hispanic
99%
56%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
56%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar E. Chavez High School's ranking?
Cesar E. Chavez High School is ranked #9445 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cesar E. Chavez High School?
The graduation rate of Cesar E. Chavez High School is 56%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cesar E. Chavez High School?
350 students attend Cesar E. Chavez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Cesar E. Chavez High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar E. Chavez High School?
Cesar E. Chavez High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar E. Chavez High School offer ?
Cesar E. Chavez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cesar E. Chavez High School part of?
Cesar E. Chavez High School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
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