At a glance
Reported students
372
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
10.97
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
33.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
48th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
372
Altus Schools South Bay: 372 reported students.
State peer staffing position
99th percentile
33.9:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 329
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Student–teacher ratio
- 32.9:1
What the reported data says about Altus Schools South Bay
Altus Schools South Bay is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in Chula Vista. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Altus Schools South Bay District. NCES reports 372 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 48th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 33.9:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (79%) and Black (7.8%). English learners represent 19.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 20.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 6 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Altus Schools South Bay
- 1How do the reported 33.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 10.97 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 19.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 20.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 76.1%
- Lunch program
- Missing
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.3
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White5.6%
- Hispanic79%
- Black7.8%
- Asian3.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.8%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.5%
- Multiracial2.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
6 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Altus Schools South Bay
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Senior High High · Sweetwater Union High | 09–12 | 1,771 | 0.9 mi |
| San Diego SCPA High · San Diego Unified | 06–12 | 1,297 | 2.2 mi |
| Chula Vista Senior High High · Sweetwater Union High | 09–12 | 1,864 | 2.4 mi |
| Sweetwater High High · Sweetwater Union High | 09–12 | 2,290 | 2.5 mi |
| Alta Vista Academy High · Sweetwater Union High | 07–12 | 27 | 2.7 mi |
| Castle Park Senior High High · Sweetwater Union High | 09–12 | 1,363 | 2.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Altus Schools South Bay
What grades does Altus Schools South Bay serve?
Altus Schools South Bay reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Altus Schools South Bay District.
How many students attend Altus Schools South Bay?
Altus Schools South Bay reported 372 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 48th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 329 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Altus Schools South Bay?
The calculated ratio is 33.9:1, based on 372 students and 10.97 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Altus Schools South Bay a public, charter, or magnet school?
Altus Schools South Bay is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Altus Schools South Bay students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
76.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Altus Schools South Bay in?
Altus Schools South Bay is part of Altus Schools South Bay District, based in Chula Vista, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Altus Schools South Bay?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Hilltop Senior High (0.9 mi), San Diego SCPA (2.2 mi), Chula Vista Senior High (2.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.