Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chico Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CHICO EL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Chico school district, covering approximately 113.2 square miles in Chico, TX. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chico Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Chico Elementary School, in partnership with its children, families & community, strives to ensure each child a superior education by providing quality instruction and challenging learning experiences in a safe and orderly environment which will foster li
School Rankings
Chico Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chico Elementary School is 0.51, which is less 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
#2156 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chico Elementary School's ranking?
Chico Elementary School is ranked #2156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chico Elementary School often compared to?
Chico Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport Intermediate School, Paradise Elementary School, Alvord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Chico Elementary School?
284 students attend Chico Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Chico Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chico Elementary School?
Chico Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chico Elementary School offer ?
Chico Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chico Elementary School part of?
Chico Elementary School is part of Chico Independent School District.
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