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#4018 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 42% in state

Options Secondary

High School · Sweetwater Union High

467 Moss St., Chula Vista, CA 91911

Enrollment

71

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,018 of 9,539

In Chula Vista

#24 of 62

public schools

In district

#6 of 28

Sweetwater Union High

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Options Secondary

6.8/10

High School in Chula Vista · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rice (lilian J.) Elementary

4.9/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Chula Vista Senior High

4.9/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Options Secondary

Options Secondary is a public high school in Chula Vista, CA, part of Sweetwater Union High. Options Secondary serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Options Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,018 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Options Secondary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 71 students, Options Secondary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Options Secondary 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.

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Options Secondary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-26.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
AP Participation42.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,647
Chronic Absenteeism62%

Options Secondary — Students at Options Secondary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 21.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
24.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
12.7%
ELA
42.1%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Options Secondary Compares

See how Options Secondary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in CA
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
62.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
42.3% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

467 Moss St., Chula Vista, CA 91911

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Options Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chula Vista Senior High (rated 4.9/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Palomar High (rated 4.8/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MAAC Community Charter (rated 3.8/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chula Vista, see our Chula Vista schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Rice (Lilian J.) Elementary Chula Vista 0.3 mi 4.9
Chula Vista Senior High Chula Vista 0.5 mi 4.9
Chula Vista Learning Community Charter Chula Vista 0.5 mi 9.3
Palomar High Chula Vista 0.7 mi 4.8
Lauderbach (J. Calvin) Elementary Chula Vista 0.7 mi 4.1
Harborside Elementary Chula Vista 0.7 mi 3.4
MAAC Community Charter Chula Vista 1.0 mi 3.8
Montgomery (John J.) Elementary Chula Vista 1.3 mi 5.3
Castle Park Elementary Chula Vista 1.2 mi 6.9
Castle Park Middle Chula Vista 1.2 mi 4.6
ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Chula Vista 1.4 mi 4.9
Mueller Charter (Robert L.) Chula Vista 1.3 mi 7.6
Hilltop Drive Elementary Chula Vista 1.3 mi 5.4
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Chula Vista 1.3 mi 5.9
Chula Vista Middle Chula Vista 1.5 mi 5.3
Davila Day Chula Vista 1.5 mi
Vista Square Elementary Chula Vista 1.5 mi 5.2
Hilltop Middle Chula Vista 1.4 mi 4.5
Cook (Hazel Goes) Elementary Chula Vista 1.4 mi 6.3
Berean Bible Baptist Academy Chula Vista 1.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,334

Median Home Value

$602,000

Median Rent

$1,931/mo

Population

84,619

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Options Secondary

What grades does Options Secondary serve?

Options Secondary serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Options Secondary?

Options Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Options Secondary?

The student-teacher ratio at Options Secondary is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Options Secondary rank in CA?

Options Secondary ranks #4,018 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Options Secondary's MySchoolScout rating?

Options Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Options Secondary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Options Secondary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Options Secondary a charter school?

No, Options Secondary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Options Secondary a Title I school?

No, Options Secondary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Options Secondary?

46.5% of students at Options Secondary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
San Diego County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
62.0%
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Sweetwater Union High
District Enrollment
35,226
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,647
District Rank
#6 of 28

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