Serving 120 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chicago Park 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chicago Park Elementary's attendance zone is located in Grass Valley, CA, covering an area of 6.9 square miles that encompasses the entire school district. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.6 miles and the furthest edge approximately 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chicago Park Elementary School's student population of 120 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
120 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chicago Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chicago Park Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
70%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Park Elementary School's ranking?
Chicago Park Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chicago Park Elementary School?
120 students attend Chicago Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Chicago Park Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chicago Park Elementary School?
Chicago Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chicago Park Elementary School offer ?
Chicago Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Chicago Park Elementary School part of?
Chicago Park Elementary School is part of Chicago Park Elementary School District.
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