Serving 453 students in grades 7-8, 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Cesar Chavez Middle School's student population of 453 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.44, 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
#8830 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 #8830 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 Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School, Bret Harte Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School?
453 students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cesar Chavez Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Middle School?
Cesar Chavez Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 7-8
What school district is Cesar Chavez Middle School part of?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Middle School located?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is located in the Whitman Wocine neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Whitman Wocine.
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