Serving 928 students in grades 6-8, Chico Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chico Junior High School's student population of 928 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chico Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chico Junior High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3423 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
38%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chico Junior High School's ranking?
Chico Junior High School is ranked #3423 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chico Junior High School often compared to?
Chico Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bidwell Junior High School, Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chico Junior High School?
928 students attend Chico Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Chico Junior High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chico Junior High School?
Chico Junior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Chico Junior High School offer ?
Chico Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chico Junior High School part of?
Chico Junior High School is part of Chico Unified School District.
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