Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cesar Chavez Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Learning Center's student population of 545 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Learning Center is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6002 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
51%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Learning Center's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Learning Center is ranked #6002 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cesar Chavez Learning Center often compared to?
Cesar Chavez Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like East Grand Preparatory Academy, Uplift Atlas Preparatory - High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Learning Center?
545 students attend Cesar Chavez Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cesar Chavez Learning Center students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Learning Center?
Cesar Chavez Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Learning Center offer ?
Cesar Chavez Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cesar Chavez Learning Center part of?
Cesar Chavez Learning Center is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Learning Center located?
Cesar Chavez Learning Center is located in the Old East Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Old East Dallas.
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