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Best Chula Vista Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public high schools serving 19,903 students in Chula Vista, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Chula Vista, CA are Eastlake High School, Olympian High School and Otay Ranch Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chula Vista, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Chula Vista have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Chula Vista, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eastlake High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Chula Vista, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastlake High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1120 Eastlake Pkwy.
Chula Vista, CA 91915
(619) 397-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,557 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Olympian High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1925 Magdalena Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 656-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,289 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Otay Ranch Senior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1250 Olympic Pkwy.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 591-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,440 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Bonita Vista Senior High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
751 Otay Lakes Rd.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 397-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,960 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
East Hills Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1791 Rock Mountain Rd.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 656-2490
Gr: 7-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Sweetwater Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1355 Second Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 498-6000
Gr: 7-9
Rank: #77.
Chula Vista Learning Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
590 K St.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 426-2885
Gr: K-12 | 1,397 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Mueller Charter (Robert L.)
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
715 I St.
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 422-6192
Gr: K-12 | 1,542 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Hilltop Senior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
555 Claire Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 476-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,771 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1010.
Hawking S.t.e.a.m. Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
489 E St.
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 349-3700
Gr: K-12 | 1,321 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Pacific Springs Charter
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2371 Fenton St.
Chula Vista, CA 91914
(951) 252-8800
Gr: K-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1212.
Altus Schools South Bay
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3252 Bonita Rd.
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(858) 678-2020
Gr: 7-12 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1313.
Chula Vista Senior High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
820 Fourth Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 476-5824
Gr: 9-12 | 1,864 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1414.
Castle Park Senior High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1395 Hilltop Dr.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,363 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1515.
Alta Vista Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
730 Medical Center Ct.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 216-5160
Gr: 7-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1616.
Maac Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1385 Third Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 476-0749
Gr: 9-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1717.
Palomar High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
480 Palomar St.
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 407-4800
Gr: 7-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Chula Vista, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Chula Vista, CA include Eastlake High School, Olympian High School and Otay Ranch Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Chula Vista?
17 public high schools are located in Chula Vista.
What is the racial composition of students in Chula Vista?
Chula Vista public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Chula Vista are often viewed compared to one another?

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