Average
#6388 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cesar Chavez Continuation High
High School · Compton Unified
15301 San Jose Ave., Compton, CA 90221
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,388 of 9,539
In Compton
#28 of 34
public schools
In district
#27 of 33
Compton Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Cesar Chavez Continuation High
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About Cesar Chavez Continuation High
Cesar Chavez Continuation High is a public high school in Compton, CA, part of Compton Unified. Cesar Chavez Continuation High serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cesar Chavez Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,388 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cesar Chavez Continuation High show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cesar Chavez Continuation High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cesar Chavez Continuation High — Students at Cesar Chavez Continuation High score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Cesar Chavez Continuation High Compares
See how Cesar Chavez Continuation 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
15301 San Jose Ave., Compton, CA 90221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cesar Chavez Continuation High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Manuel Dominguez High (rated 7.8/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jordan High (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Compton, see our Compton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Manuel Dominguez High Compton | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Thurgood Marshall Compton | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Clinton William Jefferson Compton | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Mark Keppel Paramount | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Calvary Christian Academy of Compton Paramount | 0.2 mi | — |
| Frank J. Zamboni Paramount | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| INTER-TRIBAL Family Of Nations Day School Program Paramount | 0.6 mi | — |
| Los Cerritos Paramount | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Whaley Middle Compton | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Hamilton Middle Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Leona Jackson Paramount | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Howard Tanner Paramount | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Wesley Gaines Paramount | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Kelly Elementary Compton | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Janie P. Abbott Elementary Lynwood | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Jordan High Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Compton | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 1.3 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Grant Elementary Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,191
Median Home Value
$541,800
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
50,782
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
33.7
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| Esparto High Esparto, CA | 5.5 |
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| Laton High Laton, CA | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cesar Chavez Continuation High
What grades does Cesar Chavez Continuation High serve?
Cesar Chavez Continuation High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Continuation High?
Cesar Chavez Continuation High has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Continuation High?
The student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Continuation High is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cesar Chavez Continuation High rank in CA?
Cesar Chavez Continuation High ranks #6,388 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cesar Chavez Continuation High's MySchoolScout rating?
Cesar Chavez Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Cesar Chavez Continuation High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cesar Chavez Continuation High has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cesar Chavez Continuation High a charter school?
No, Cesar Chavez Continuation High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cesar Chavez Continuation High a Title I school?
No, Cesar Chavez Continuation High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cesar Chavez Continuation High?
91.6% of students at Cesar Chavez Continuation 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
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 898-6340
- 4-Year Graduation
- 53.0%
Resources & Links
District
Compton Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,738
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,415
- District Rank
- #27 of 33
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