At a glance
Reported students
2,557
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
106.62
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
972
Eastlake High: 2,557 reported students.
State peer staffing position
86th percentile
24:1 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
- 2,882
- Teachers (FTE)
- 122.6
- Student–teacher ratio
- 23.5:1
What the reported data says about Eastlake High
Eastlake High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Chula Vista. It is one of 29 current school records connected to Sweetwater Union High. NCES reports 2,557 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 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24:1, 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 (51.4%) and White (19%). English learners represent 4.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.4%. 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 37 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Eastlake High
- 1How do the reported 24:1 student–teacher ratio and 106.62 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 16.6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 22.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 16.6
- 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%
- Hispanic51.4%
- Black3.9%
- Asian17.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial6.9%
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
37 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.
Other schools in Sweetwater Union High
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Otay Ranch Senior High
High · Grades 09–12
2,440 reported students
Sweetwater High
High · Grades 09–12
2,290 reported students
Olympian High
High · Grades 09–12
2,289 reported students
Bonita Vista Senior High
High · Grades 09–12
1,960 reported students
San Ysidro High
High · Grades 09–12
1,941 reported students
Chula Vista Senior High
High · Grades 09–12
1,864 reported students
Public schools near Eastlake 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonita Vista Senior High High · Sweetwater Union High | 09–12 | 1,960 | 1.8 mi |
| High Tech High Chula Vista High · Charter · High Tech High Chula Vista District | 09–12 | 626 | 1.9 mi |
| Otay Ranch Senior High High · Sweetwater Union High | 09–12 | 2,440 | 1.9 mi |
| Olympian High High · Sweetwater Union High | 09–12 | 2,289 | 2.2 mi |
| East Hills Academy High · Sweetwater Union High | 07–12 | 71 | 2.2 mi |
| Alta Vista Academy High · Sweetwater Union High | 07–12 | 27 | 3.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Eastlake High
What grades does Eastlake High serve?
Eastlake High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Sweetwater Union High.
How many students attend Eastlake High?
Eastlake High reported 2,557 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,882 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Eastlake High?
The calculated ratio is 24:1, based on 2,557 students and 106.62 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 Eastlake High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Eastlake High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Sweetwater Union High attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Eastlake High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
22.5% 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 Eastlake High in?
Eastlake High is part of Sweetwater Union High, based in Chula Vista, CA, which operates 29 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Eastlake High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Bonita Vista Senior High (1.8 mi), High Tech High Chula Vista (1.9 mi), Otay Ranch Senior High (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.