CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cesar Chavez Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Calexico Unified school district, located in Calexico, CA with about 899 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 35 teachers, Cesar Chavez Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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 Chavez Elementary School is a public K–6 institution located in Calexico, California, and is part of the Calexico Unified School District. Serving the local community near the U.S.-Mexico border, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic foundation for its students. Its namesake, the civil rights activist Cesar Chavez, reflects the school's commitment to fostering a culture of community involvement, social responsibility, and educational equity.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while supporting the diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds of its student body. Beyond core academic subjects like language arts, mathematics, and science, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth and development. By utilizing the resources of the Calexico Unified School District, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, maintaining strong communication with families to ensure a collaborative educational experience.

For more information, contact Cesar Chavez Elementary at (760) 768-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.