Serving 861 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chico Junior High serves the southwest part of Chico, CA, covering an area of approximately 55.3 square miles. Most students are located within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of about 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point reaching up to 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chico Junior High School's student population of 861 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
861 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chico Junior High 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 Chico Junior High School is 0.68, 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
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chico Junior High School's ranking?
Chico Junior High School is ranked #3143 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chico Junior High School?
861 students attend Chico Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Chico Junior High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 22:1, 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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