Serving 629 students in grades 6-8, Cesar Chavez Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Middle School's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2511 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
95%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Middle School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is ranked #2511 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School?
629 students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Cesar Chavez Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Middle School?
Cesar Chavez Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Middle School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Middle School part of?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is part of Cesar Chavez Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Middle School located?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
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