Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, Chico High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CHICO H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chico, TX, covering approximately 113.2 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chico High School's student population of 166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chico High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chico High School is 0.54, 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
#6392 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
59%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chico High School's ranking?
Chico High School is ranked #6392 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chico High School often compared to?
Chico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport High School, Alvord High School, Decatur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chico High School?
The graduation rate of Chico High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Chico High School?
166 students attend Chico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chico High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chico High School?
Chico High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chico High School offer ?
Chico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chico High School part of?
Chico High School is part of Chico Independent School District.
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