CESAR E. CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bakersfield City school district, located in Bakersfield, CA with about 619 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary, located on Mesa Marin Drive in Bakersfield, California, is a public school serving students as part of the Bakersfield City School District. Named in honor of the renowned labor leader and civil rights activist, the school reflects a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and civic responsibility. The school serves a diverse student body and is dedicated to equipping children with the fundamental skills necessary for success in their future educational endeavors.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Cesar E. Chavez Elementary focuses on creating a supportive community culture that encourages student engagement and parent involvement. By aligning its programs with the district’s broader educational goals, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that includes both core subjects and enrichment opportunities. Through its dedicated staff and structured resources, the school works to ensure that every student has access to a safe and nurturing space to reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Cesar E. Chavez Elementary at (661) 631-5870 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bakersfield, CA 93306-5024
(661) 631-5870
http://www.bcsd.com/chavez
CESAR E. CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Bakersfield, CA with about 619 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Bakersfield City
- Total Students:
- 619
- Teachers:
- 31.03
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 619 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 61.1%
- White
- 26.5%
- Asian
- 5.8%
- Two or more races
- 3.6%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.9%
- Male
- 50.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.