CESAR E. CHAVEZ HIGH SCHOOL

Cesar E. Chavez High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Santa Ana Unified school district, located in Santa Ana, CA with about 347 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 17 teachers, Cesar E. Chavez High has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 High School, located on South Cypress Street in Santa Ana, is an alternative education campus within the Santa Ana Unified School District. The school is specifically designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, offering a flexible, personalized approach to help students recover credits and stay on track toward graduation. By focusing on smaller class sizes and individualized support, the school aims to re-engage students who have faced academic or personal challenges, providing them with the resources necessary to earn their high school diploma.

Beyond academics, the school cultivates a supportive community atmosphere that emphasizes personal responsibility, career readiness, and student development. Because it operates as an alternative school, Cesar E. Chavez High provides a tailored curriculum that allows students to work at their own pace, often incorporating vocational training or specialized guidance to prepare them for post-secondary success. The school plays a vital role in the Santa Ana community by ensuring that all students—regardless of the hurdles they have encountered—have a viable path to completing their secondary education and transitioning into adulthood.

For more information, contact Cesar E. Chavez High at (714) 430-5700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.