Very Good
#3356 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Cesar Chavez Language Academy
Elementary School · Santa Rosa Elementary
2480 Sebastopol Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Enrollment
811
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
811
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,356 of 9,539
In Santa Rosa
#10 of 62
public schools
In district
#2 of 12
Santa Rosa Elementary
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Cesar Chavez Language Academy
Elementary School in Santa Rosa · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cesar Chavez Language Academy
Cesar Chavez Language Academy is a public elementary school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Santa Rosa Elementary. Cesar Chavez Language Academy serves approximately 811 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cesar Chavez Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,356 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cesar Chavez Language Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cesar Chavez Language Academy 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.
Cesar Chavez Language Academy 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.
34% of students at Cesar Chavez Language Academy 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 Language Academy — Students at Cesar Chavez Language Academy score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 9.2/10.
How Cesar Chavez Language Academy Compares
See how Cesar Chavez Language Academy 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
2480 Sebastopol Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cesar Chavez Language Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kid Street Charter (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roseland Creek Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bellevue Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert L. Stevens Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| J. X. Wilson Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Roseland Creek Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Roseland Charter Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Roseland Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Sheppard Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| COLLEGE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.4 mi | — |
| Meadow View Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Elsie Allen High Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Helen M. Lehman Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Rosa | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Albert F. Biella Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Wright Charter Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Kid Street Charter Santa Rosa | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Bellevue Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Hilliard Comstock Middle Santa Rosa | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| James Monroe Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Ridgway High (Continuation) Santa Rosa | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,807
Median Home Value
$603,300
Median Rent
$1,822/mo
Population
42,135
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
51.1%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cesar Chavez Language Academy
What grades does Cesar Chavez Language Academy serve?
Cesar Chavez Language Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Language Academy?
Cesar Chavez Language Academy has an enrollment of approximately 811 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Language Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Language Academy is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cesar Chavez Language Academy rank in CA?
Cesar Chavez Language Academy ranks #3,356 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cesar Chavez Language Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cesar Chavez Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Language Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cesar Chavez Language Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Cesar Chavez Language Academy a charter school?
Yes, Cesar Chavez Language Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cesar Chavez Language Academy a Title I school?
No, Cesar Chavez Language Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cesar Chavez Language Academy?
59.4% of students at Cesar Chavez Language Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 811
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (707) 890-3890
Resources & Links
District
Santa Rosa Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,741
- Schools in District
- 13
- District Rank
- #2 of 12
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