Very Good
#3446 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Cesar Chavez Elementary
Elementary School · Coachella Valley Unified
49-601 Avenida de Oro, Coachella, CA 92236
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,446 of 9,539
In Coachella
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 21
Coachella Valley Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Cesar Chavez Elementary
Cesar Chavez Elementary is a public elementary school in Coachella, CA, part of Coachella Valley Unified. Cesar Chavez Elementary serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cesar Chavez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,446 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cesar Chavez Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Cesar Chavez Elementary 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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Cesar Chavez Elementary — Students at Cesar Chavez Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Cesar Chavez Elementary Compares
See how Cesar Chavez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
49-601 Avenida de Oro, Coachella, CA 92236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cesar Chavez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter Pendleton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valle del Sol Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Palm View Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Coachella, see our Coachella schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palm View Elementary Coachella | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Bobby Duke Middle Coachella | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Peter Pendleton Elementary Coachella | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| NOVA Academy - Coachella Santa Ana | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Valley View Elementary Coachella | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Valle del Sol Elementary Coachella | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 2.9 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 2.9 mi | — |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 2.9 mi | — |
| Coachella Valley High Thermal | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Indio High Indio | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,235
Median Home Value
$342,500
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
42,884
College Educated
5.7%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cesar Chavez Elementary
What grades does Cesar Chavez Elementary serve?
Cesar Chavez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary?
Cesar Chavez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cesar Chavez Elementary rank in CA?
Cesar Chavez Elementary ranks #3,446 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cesar Chavez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cesar Chavez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Cesar Chavez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cesar Chavez Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cesar Chavez Elementary a charter school?
No, Cesar Chavez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cesar Chavez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cesar Chavez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cesar Chavez Elementary?
89.9% of students at Cesar Chavez Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (760) 398-2004
Resources & Links
District
Coachella Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,046
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,412
- District Rank
- #3 of 21
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