Cesar Chavez Elementary

(608)442-2000

chavez.madison.k12.wi.us/

631 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Cesar Chavez Elementary, located on Madison’s west side, is a vibrant public school serving a diverse student body within the Madison Metropolitan School District. The school is named in honor of the civil rights activist and labor leader, a legacy reflected in its commitment to fostering an inclusive and community-oriented learning environment. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, focusing on academic rigor, social-emotional development, and the celebration of its students' varied cultural backgrounds.

The school’s curriculum is designed to support the "whole child," offering a variety of programs that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Through its partnership with the broader Madison community and its focus on equity, Cesar Chavez strives to provide all students with the tools necessary for success in a global society. Families interested in specific school policies, academic calendars, or enrollment information can find comprehensive resources through the official district website at [madison.k12.wi.us](http://www.madison.k12.wi.us).

631

Total Students

52.6

Full-Time Teachers

12.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

32.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cesar Chavez Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	294
Hispanic	172
Black	69
Asian	47
Two or More	48
American Indian	1

White
294 (46.6%)
Hispanic
172 (27.3%)
Black
69 (10.9%)
Two or More
48 (7.6%)
Asian
47 (7.4%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Madison Metropolitan School District
Phone:	(608)442-2000
Website:	http://chavez.madison.k12.wi.us/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	631
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	52.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	184
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	20

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 68

Kindergarten 85

Grade 1 102

Grade 2 94

Grade 3 93

Grade 4 95

Grade 5 94