CESAR CHAVEZ HIGH SCHOOL

Cesar Chavez High School is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Cesar Chavez Academy school district, located in DETROIT, MI with about 694 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 36 teachers, Cesar Chavez High School 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 Chavez High School is a public charter high school located in the Springwells neighborhood of Southwest Detroit. Operated as part of the Southwest Detroit Lighthouse Charter Academy network, the school focuses on providing a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum within a supportive, community-centered environment. It is designed to serve a predominantly Hispanic student population, often emphasizing cultural appreciation alongside academic achievement in STEM, humanities, and bilingual support.

The school is known for its commitment to the legacy of its namesake, labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez, by promoting values of social justice, service, and civic engagement. In addition to standard high school coursework, the campus typically offers extracurricular opportunities, athletics, and mentorship programs aimed at ensuring students are prepared for post-secondary education and career success in an increasingly globalized workforce.

For more information, contact Cesar Chavez High School at (313) 551-0611 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.