KING-CHAVEZ COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

King-Chavez Community High is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the San Diego Unified school district, located in San Diego, CA with about 507 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 29 teachers, King-Chavez Community High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

King-Chavez Community High is a public charter high school located in downtown San Diego, serving as part of the broader King-Chavez Neighborhood of Schools. Founded on the legacy of civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr. and Cesar Chavez, the school emphasizes a values-based education that integrates academic rigor with social justice, community service, and personal character development. The school’s mission focuses on providing a supportive, college-preparatory environment that empowers students to reach their full potential while fostering a sense of civic responsibility.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school is known for its small-school culture, which aims to provide personalized attention and strong student-teacher relationships. By leveraging its urban location, King-Chavez Community High offers students unique opportunities for engagement with the local San Diego community. The institution prioritizes creating an inclusive atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to become active, informed, and compassionate contributors to society.

For more information, contact King-Chavez Community High at (619) 704-1020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.