Serving 702 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School's student population of 702 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#6146 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Hispanic
100%
56%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School is ranked #6146 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School?
702 students attend Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School located?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School is located in the South Montebello neighborhood of Bell Gardens, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in South Montebello.
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