CHULA VISTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Chula Vista Senior High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Sweetwater Union High school district, located in Chula Vista, CA with about 2,420 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 108 teachers, Chula Vista Senior High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Chula Vista Senior High School, located in the heart of Chula Vista, California, is a historic institution that serves as a cornerstone of the Sweetwater Union High School District. As one of the oldest schools in the region, it carries a long-standing tradition of academic rigor and community engagement. The campus serves a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and various elective programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, the school is well-known for its vibrant "Spartan" spirit, which is reflected in its active athletic programs, performing arts initiatives, and numerous student-led clubs. The administration and faculty emphasize a supportive environment focused on holistic growth, aiming to foster civic responsibility and inclusivity among its pupils. With its central location on Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista Senior High remains a focal point of the local community, dedicated to equipping its students with the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly globalized society.

For more information, contact Chula Vista Senior High at (619) 476-5824 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

820 Fourth Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91911-1102
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CHULA VISTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Chula Vista, CA with about 2,420 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
2,420
Teachers:
108.92
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 2,420 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CHULA VISTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 90% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
89.8%
White
3.1%
Asian
2.8%
Two or more races
2.7%
Black or African American
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
52.0%
Male
48.0%

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.