At a glance
Reported students
615
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
43.9
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan middle enrollment
67th percentile
Compared with 492 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
549.5
Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School: 615 reported students.
State peer staffing position
9th percentile
14:1 reported; state peer median 17.5:1. 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
- 633
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.1:1
What the reported data says about Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School
Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Detroit. It is one of 4 current school records connected to Cesar Chavez Academy. NCES reports 615 students for 2024–25.
Among 492 middle schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 504.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 67th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14:1, below the Michigan median of 17.5:1 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 (93.2%) and Black (3.1%). English learners represent 68.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School
- 1How do the reported 14:1 student–teacher ratio and 43.9 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 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
- 68.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 94.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.25
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White2.9%
- Hispanic93.2%
- Black3.1%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.8%
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
Gifted and talented
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 Cesar Chavez Academy
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Cesar Chavez Academy High School
High · Grades 09–12
730 reported students
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate
Elementary · Grades 03–05
484 reported students
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–02
465 reported students
Public schools near Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clippert Academy Middle · Detroit Public Schools Community District | 06–08 | 424 | 1.1 mi |
| Salina Intermediate 4 8 Middle · Dearborn City School District | 04–08 | 461 | 1.7 mi |
| CB Sabbath 68 Preparatory Academy Middle · River Rouge School District of the City of | 06–08 | 261 | 3.2 mi |
| Lowrey Middle School Middle · Dearborn City School District | 06–08 | 448 | 3.6 mi |
| Woodworth Middle School Middle · Dearborn City School District | 06–08 | 699 | 3.8 mi |
| University Prep Science and Math Middle School Middle · Charter · University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD) | 06–08 | 513 | 4.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School
What grades does Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School serve?
Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Cesar Chavez Academy.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School?
Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School reported 615 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 67th percentile among 492 Michigan middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 633 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 14:1, based on 615 students and 43.9 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 17.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School 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 Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
94.5% 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 Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School in?
Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School is part of Cesar Chavez Academy, based in Detroit, MI, which operates 4 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Cesar Chavez Academy Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Clippert Academy (1.1 mi), Salina Intermediate 4 8 (1.7 mi), CB Sabbath 68 Preparatory Academy (3.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.