Below Average
#1636 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center
High School · Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)
1840 E BENSON HWY, Tucson, AZ 85714
Enrollment
166
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
166
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,636 of 2,006
In Tucson
#205 of 257
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center
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About Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center
Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center is a public high school in Tucson, AZ, part of Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431). Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,636 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center — Students at Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center Compares
See how Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1840 E BENSON HWY, Tucson, AZ 85714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. San Luis High School (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Luis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PPEP TEC - Jose Yepez Learning Center (rated 4.2/10, 8.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Luis Middle School San Luis | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Arizona Desert Elementary School San Luis | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Rio Colorado Elementary School San Luis | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| San Luis Pre-School San Luis | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Ed Pastor Elementary 4 San Luis | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| San Luis High School San Luis | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| STEDY- San Luis HS Satellite Yuma | 1.4 mi | — |
| Southwest Jr. High School San Luis | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary San Luis | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Desert View Elementary San Luis | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Harvest Preparatory Academy San Luis AZ Yuma | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Gadsden Elementary School San Luis | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Sun Valley Elementary School Somerton | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Bravie T. Soto Elementary School Somerton | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Tierra Del Sol Elementary School Somerton | 7.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Encanto Learning Center Somerton | 7.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Desert Sonora Elementary School Somerton | 8.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PPEP TEC - Jose Yepez Learning Center Tucson | 8.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Somerton Middle School Somerton | 8.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Orange Grove Elementary School Somerton | 9.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,093
Median Home Value
$177,100
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
14,286
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Desert View Middle & High School Yuma, AZ | 4.6 |
| Skyline Prep High School Chandler, AZ | 4.5 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Metro Glendale, AZ | 4.5 |
| Academy with Community Partners Mesa, AZ | 4.7 |
| Ombudsman - Charter West Phoenix, AZ | 4.7 |
| Coolidge Alternative Program Coolidge, AZ | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center
What grades does Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center serve?
Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center?
Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
How does Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center rank in AZ?
Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center ranks #1,636 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center a charter school?
Yes, Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Ppep Tec - Cesar Chavez Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 166
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yuma County
- Phone
- (928) 627-8550
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
Resources & Links
District
Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)- District Enrollment
- 745
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,876
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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