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Cesar Chavez Middle
Middle School · Oceanside Unified
202 Oleander Dr., Oceanside, CA 92057
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,695 of 9,539
In Oceanside
#12 of 28
public schools
In district
#9 of 23
Oceanside Unified
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Cesar Chavez Middle
Cesar Chavez Middle is a public middle school in Oceanside, CA, part of Oceanside Unified. Cesar Chavez Middle serves approximately 626 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cesar Chavez Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,695 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cesar Chavez Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Cesar Chavez Middle runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Cesar Chavez Middle 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 Middle — Students at Cesar Chavez Middle score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.4/10.
How Cesar Chavez Middle Compares
See how Cesar Chavez Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
202 Oleander Dr., Oceanside, CA 92057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cesar Chavez Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Middle (rated 4.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Vista), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEPPERTREE MONTESSORI Oceanside | 0.5 mi | — |
| Libby Elementary Oceanside | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Nichols Elementary Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Del Rio Elementary Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Scholarship Prep - Oceanside Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Alamosa Park Elementary Vista | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Roosevelt Middle Vista | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Ivey Ranch Elementary Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Empresa Elementary Vista | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Bonsall West Elementary Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Louise Foussat Elementary Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| El Camino High Oceanside | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Oceanside | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Pacific View Charter Oceanside | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Coastal Academy Charter Escondido | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| DISCOVERY ISLE Oceanside | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Empowered Academics Oceanside | 2.2 mi | — |
| Pablo Tac School of the Arts Oceanside | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| T.H.E Leadership Academy Vista | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Mission Vista High Vista | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,421
Median Home Value
$691,900
Median Rent
$2,457/mo
Population
57,994
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
68.7%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cesar Chavez Middle
What grades does Cesar Chavez Middle serve?
Cesar Chavez Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Middle?
Cesar Chavez Middle has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Middle is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cesar Chavez Middle rank in CA?
Cesar Chavez Middle ranks #5,695 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cesar Chavez Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Cesar Chavez Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cesar Chavez Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cesar Chavez Middle a charter school?
No, Cesar Chavez Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cesar Chavez Middle a Title I school?
No, Cesar Chavez Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cesar Chavez Middle?
84.2% of students at Cesar Chavez Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 626
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (760) 966-4900
Resources & Links
District
Oceanside Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,297
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,136
- District Rank
- #9 of 23
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