Serving 613 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emma Wilson Elementary 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emma Wilson Elementary School's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emma Wilson Elementary 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 Emma Wilson Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4095 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Emma Wilson Elementary School is ranked #4095 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Emma Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Emma Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosedale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emma Wilson Elementary School?
613 students attend Emma Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Emma Wilson Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emma Wilson Elementary School?
Emma Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emma Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Emma Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Emma Wilson Elementary School part of?
Emma Wilson Elementary School is part of Chico Unified School District.
School Reviews
3 4/6/2019
I think it''s a good school for my daughter she likes it alot
2 9/1/2016
Lack of concern about the safety of tk and kindergarten students who use bus services. Deter you from parent-school relationship. Very disappointed
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