Serving 766 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Elementary School's student population of 766 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
From the Wild West to the Nation's Best
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#994 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
99%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
79%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
94%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gadsden Elementary District (4505)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is ranked #994 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
766 students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Cesar Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is part of Gadsden Elementary District (4505).
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Elementary School located?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is located in the Bienestar Estates neighborhood of San Luis, AZ.
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