Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Cesar Chavez Middle 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than 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 (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Middle School's student population of 557 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Courage, Ownership, Understanding, Global Awareness
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Middle 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 Chavez Middle School is 0.45, 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
#5916 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Middle School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is ranked #5916 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cesar Chavez Middle School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School?
557 students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cesar Chavez Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Middle School?
Cesar Chavez Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Middle School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cesar Chavez Middle School part of?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Middle School located?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is located in the San Luis Rey neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in San Luis Rey.
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