Excellent
#1503 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
King-chavez Community High
High School · King-Chavez Community High District
201 A St., San Diego, CA 92101
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,503 of 9,539
In San Diego
#85 of 288
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About King-chavez Community High
King-chavez Community High is a public high school in San Diego, CA, part of King-Chavez Community High District. King-chavez Community High serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. King-chavez Community High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,503 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for King-chavez Community High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
King-chavez Community High 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.
35% of students at King-chavez Community High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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King-chavez Community High — Students at King-chavez Community High score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How King-chavez Community High Compares
See how King-chavez Community High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 A St., San Diego, CA 92101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King-chavez Community High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. San Diego Virtual (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is East Village Middle College High (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, e3 Civic High (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CITY TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Diego | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| City Tree Christian San Diego | 0.3 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| San Diego Virtual San Diego | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| San Diego High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| East Village Middle College High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| VIA TALENTUM ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Urban Discovery Academy Charter San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| e3 Civic High San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Garfield High San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Museum San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Monarch San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| OUR LADY'S SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Our Lady's School San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sherman Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Perkins K-8 San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Roosevelt International Middle San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ACES 2020 LLC, DBA: Aces Academy San Diego | 1.8 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY TRANSITION ACADEMY San Diego | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,477
Median Home Value
$740,500
Median Rent
$2,351/mo
Population
48,163
College Educated
57.3%
Homeownership
25.1%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
37
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| YORK SCHOOL Monterey, CA | 8.0 |
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| Delta High Clarksburg, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King-chavez Community High
What grades does King-chavez Community High serve?
King-chavez Community High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend King-chavez Community High?
King-chavez Community High has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King-chavez Community High?
The student-teacher ratio at King-chavez Community High is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King-chavez Community High rank in CA?
King-chavez Community High ranks #1,503 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is King-chavez Community High's MySchoolScout rating?
King-chavez Community High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 King-chavez Community High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King-chavez Community High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is King-chavez Community High a charter school?
Yes, King-chavez Community High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is King-chavez Community High a Title I school?
No, King-chavez Community High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King-chavez Community High?
96.7% of students at King-chavez Community High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (619) 704-1020
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
King-Chavez Community High District- District Enrollment
- 246
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,981
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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