At a glance
Reported students
932
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
53.86
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
64th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
932
Escondido Charter High: 932 reported students.
State peer staffing position
39th percentile
17.3:1 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
- 940
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55.6
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.9:1
What the reported data says about Escondido Charter High
Escondido Charter High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Escondido. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Escondido Charter High District. NCES reports 932 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 64th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.3:1, close to 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 (44.5%) and White (37.2%). English learners represent 2.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 5.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 7 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Escondido Charter High
- 1How do the reported 17.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 53.86 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 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 5.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 35.2%
- Lunch program
- Missing
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- 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
- White37.2%
- Hispanic44.5%
- Black1.6%
- Asian9.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial5.3%
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
7 distinct courses 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 Escondido Charter High
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Glen High High · Escondido Union High | 09–12 | 1,788 | 0.9 mi |
| Valley High (Continuation) High · Escondido Union High | 09–12 | 269 | 1.7 mi |
| Classical Academy High High · Charter · Classical Academy High District | 09–12 | 1,336 | 1.7 mi |
| Escondido High High · Escondido Union High | 09–12 | 1,656 | 2.2 mi |
| Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science High · Escondido Union High | 09–12 | 765 | 3.8 mi |
| San Pasqual High High · Escondido Union High | 09–12 | 1,846 | 4.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Escondido Charter High
What grades does Escondido Charter High serve?
Escondido Charter High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Escondido Charter High District.
How many students attend Escondido Charter High?
Escondido Charter High reported 932 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 64th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 940 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Escondido Charter High?
The calculated ratio is 17.3:1, based on 932 students and 53.86 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 Escondido Charter High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Escondido Charter High 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 Escondido Charter High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
35.2% 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 Escondido Charter High in?
Escondido Charter High is part of Escondido Charter High District, based in Escondido, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Escondido Charter High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Orange Glen High (0.9 mi), Valley High (Continuation) (1.7 mi), Classical Academy High (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.