Cesar Chavez Middle

482 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Cesar Chavez Middle School, located in Hayward, California, is a public middle school serving students in the Hayward Unified School District. Named after the prominent labor leader and civil rights activist, the school places a strong emphasis on community involvement, social responsibility, and academic preparation. The campus is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student population, striving to equip them with the critical thinking skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while integrating various extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests in arts, technology, and athletics. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and engagement, Cesar Chavez Middle School aims to prepare its students to become active, informed citizens who reflect the values of leadership and perseverance associated with its namesake. The school also maintains close partnerships with local families and community organizations to ensure a holistic approach to student development and wellness.

482

Total Students

27.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

79.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cesar Chavez Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	9
Hispanic	360
Black	19
Asian	58
Two or More	14
Pacific Islander	22

Hispanic
360 (74.7 %)
Asian
58 (12.0 %)
Pacific Islander
22 (4.6 %)
Black
19 (3.9 %)
Two or More
14 (2.9 %)
White
9 (1.9 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Hayward Unified
Phone:	(510)723-3110
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	482
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	344
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	37

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 7 217

Grade 8 265