At a glance
Reported students
1,542
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
67.37
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
22.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California other enrollment
91st percentile
Compared with 564 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
1,542
Mueller Charter (Robert L.): 1,542 reported students.
State peer staffing position
75th percentile
22.9:1 reported; state peer median 18:1. 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
- 1,661
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71.61
- Student–teacher ratio
- 23.2:1
What the reported data says about Mueller Charter (Robert L.)
Mueller Charter (Robert L.) is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in Chula Vista. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Mueller Charter (Robert L.) District. NCES reports 1,542 students for 2024–25.
Among 564 combined / other schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 220 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 91st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 22.9:1, above the California median of 18:1 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 (92.3%) and White (3.6%). English learners represent 37.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Mueller Charter (Robert L.)
- 1How do the reported 22.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 67.37 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 6.43 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 37.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 77.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Provision 2
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6.43
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1.6
- 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
- White3.6%
- Hispanic92.3%
- Black1.1%
- Asian1.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.6%
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
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 Mueller Charter (Robert L.)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chula Vista Learning Community Charter Other · Charter · Chula Vista Learning Community Charter District | KG–12 | 1,397 | 0.8 mi |
| Hawking S.T.E.A.M. Charter Other · Charter · Hawking S.T.E.A.M. Charter District | KG–12 | 1,321 | 1.1 mi |
| Special Education Preschool Other · Chula Vista Elementary | Not reported | — | 2.1 mi |
| National School District Preschool Other · National Elementary | Not reported | — | 3.2 mi |
| San Diego County Special Education Other · San Diego County Office of Education | KG–12 | 28 | 3.4 mi |
| VIP Village Preschool Other · South Bay Union | Not reported | — | 3.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Mueller Charter (Robert L.)
What grades does Mueller Charter (Robert L.) serve?
Mueller Charter (Robert L.) reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Mueller Charter (Robert L.) District.
How many students attend Mueller Charter (Robert L.)?
Mueller Charter (Robert L.) reported 1,542 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 91st percentile among 564 California combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,661 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Mueller Charter (Robert L.)?
The calculated ratio is 22.9:1, based on 1,542 students and 67.37 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 18:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Mueller Charter (Robert L.) a public, charter, or magnet school?
Mueller Charter (Robert L.) 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 Mueller Charter (Robert L.) students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
77.8% 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 Mueller Charter (Robert L.) in?
Mueller Charter (Robert L.) is part of Mueller Charter (Robert L.) 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 Mueller Charter (Robert L.)?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Chula Vista Learning Community Charter (0.8 mi), Hawking S.T.E.A.M. Charter (1.1 mi), Special Education Preschool (2.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.