Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cesar E Chavez School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar E Chavez School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Cesar E Chavez School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar E Chavez School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3697 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
79%
31%
Black
12%
15%
White
5%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar E Chavez School's ranking?
Cesar E Chavez School is ranked #3697 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cesar E Chavez School often compared to?
Cesar E Chavez Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Hill Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cesar E Chavez School?
574 students attend Cesar E Chavez School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cesar E Chavez School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar E Chavez School?
Cesar E Chavez School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cesar E Chavez School offer ?
Cesar E Chavez School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cesar E Chavez School part of?
Cesar E Chavez School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar E Chavez School located?
Cesar E Chavez School is located in the Ludlow neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Ludlow.
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