Top 10 Best 95926 California Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 6,280 students in 95926, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95926, CA are Sierra View Elementary School, Shasta Elementary School and Wildflower Open Classroom. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95926 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95926, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95926, CA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sierra View Elementary School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1598 Hooker Oak Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3117
Grades: K-5
| 456 students
Rank: #22.
Shasta Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
169 Leora Ct.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3141
Grades: K-5
| 646 students
Rank: #33.
Wildflower Open Classroom
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2414 Cohasset Rd. Ste. 3
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 892-1676
Grades: K-8
| 146 students
Rank: #44.
Neal Dow Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1420 Neal Dow Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3110
Grades: K-5
| 335 students
Rank: #55.
Bidwell Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2376 N. Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3080
Grades: 6-8
| 990 students
Rank: #66.
Achieve Charter School Of Chico
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1494 E. Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 872-4100
Grades: K-8
| 225 students
Rank: #77.
Marigold Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2446 Marigold Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3121
Grades: K-5
| 568 students
Rank: #88.
Chico Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
280 Memorial Way
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3066
Grades: 6-8
| 928 students
Rank: #99.
Hooker Oak Elementary School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1238 Arbutus Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3119
Grades: K-5
| 291 students
Rank: #1010.
Blue Oak Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
450 W. E. Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 879-7483
Grades: K-8
| 263 students
Rank: #1111.
Emma Wilson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1530 W. Eighth Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3297
Grades: K-5
| 565 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Citrus Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1350 Citrus Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3107
Grades: K-5
| 341 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Mcmanus (John A.) Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
988 E. Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3128
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Rank: #1414.
Center For Alternative Learning
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
290 E. Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3092
Grades: 6-12
| 30 students
Rank: #1515.
Oakdale
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
290 E. Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3092
Grades: K-12
| 81 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 95926 California

95926, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2412 Cohassest Rd
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 343-1232
Grades: 9-12
| 55 students
9932 Cohasset Rd.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3223
Grades: K-6
| 34 students
Loma Vista (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1560 Manzanita Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 879-7400
Grades: K-12
| 12 students
5554 California St.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 891-3138
Grades: K-6
| 54 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 95926, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95926, CA include Sierra View Elementary School, Shasta Elementary School and Wildflower Open Classroom.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95926?
15 public elementary schools are located in 95926.
What is the racial composition of students in 95926?
95926 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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