At a glance
Reported students
160
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
9.53
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
34th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
160
City Heights Preparatory Charter: 160 reported students.
State peer staffing position
37th percentile
16.8:1 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
- 123
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.6:1
What the reported data says about City Heights Preparatory Charter
City Heights Preparatory Charter is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in San Diego. It is one of 1 current school records connected to City Heights Preparatory Charter District. NCES reports 160 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 34th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.8:1, below 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 (42.5%) and Black (27.5%). English learners represent 59.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports computer science. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking City Heights Preparatory Charter
- 1How do the reported 16.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 9.53 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.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 59.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 100%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- 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
- White19.4%
- Hispanic42.5%
- Black27.5%
- Asian6.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.4%
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
No students enrolled reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
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 City Heights Preparatory Charter
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crawford High High · San Diego Unified | 09–12 | 1,318 | 0.2 mi |
| Hoover High High · San Diego Unified | 09–12 | 2,011 | 1 mi |
| Trace High · San Diego Unified | 09–12 | 437 | 1.5 mi |
| Health Sciences High and Middle College High · Charter · Health Sciences High and Middle College District | 09–12 | 535 | 1.8 mi |
| Helix High High · Charter · Helix High District | 09–12 | 2,554 | 2.5 mi |
| Gompers Preparatory Academy High · Charter · Gompers Preparatory Academy District | 06–12 | 1,175 | 2.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about City Heights Preparatory Charter
What grades does City Heights Preparatory Charter serve?
City Heights Preparatory Charter reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in City Heights Preparatory Charter District.
How many students attend City Heights Preparatory Charter?
City Heights Preparatory Charter reported 160 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 34th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 123 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at City Heights Preparatory Charter?
The calculated ratio is 16.8:1, based on 160 students and 9.53 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 City Heights Preparatory Charter a public, charter, or magnet school?
City Heights Preparatory Charter 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 City Heights Preparatory Charter students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
100% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is City Heights Preparatory Charter in?
City Heights Preparatory Charter is part of City Heights Preparatory Charter District, based in San Diego, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near City Heights Preparatory Charter?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Crawford High (0.2 mi), Hoover High (1 mi), Trace (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.