CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL

CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 198 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 9 teachers, CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL 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.

Cesar Chavez Community School (CCCS) is a public charter high school located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, that focuses on serving students who may benefit from a non-traditional educational environment. The school is designed to support a diverse student body, often catering to those who have previously struggled in conventional school settings, by providing a personalized, relationship-based approach to learning. Its curriculum is built around the philosophy of social justice and civic engagement, honoring the legacy of its namesake, Cesar Chavez, by emphasizing community service, leadership, and advocacy.

The school is recognized for its commitment to holistic student development, offering small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes both academic progress and emotional well-being. By utilizing flexible scheduling and a project-based learning model, CCCS helps students earn their high school diplomas while gaining life skills necessary for post-secondary success. Through its emphasis on community involvement and student-centered teaching, the school aims to empower its students to become active, informed citizens who are prepared to make a positive impact in their communities.

For more information, contact CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL at (505) 256-2680 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1325 PALOMAS DR SE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87108
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CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 198 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Mexico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
PUBLIC EDUCATION COMMISSION
Total Students:
198
Teachers:
9.99
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
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 198 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 78% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
78.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
12.1%
White
5.6%
Black or African American
3.5%
Two or more races
0.5%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.