Serving 892 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%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is equal to the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chico Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chico Junior High School's student population of 892 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
892 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chico Junior High School is 0.67, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Chico Junior High School?
892 students attend Chico Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Chico Junior High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% 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 Chico Junior High School?
Chico Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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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