Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Little Chico Creek 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Chico Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Little Chico Creek Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Little Chico Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Chico Creek Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#4133 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Chico Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Little Chico Creek Elementary School is ranked #4133 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Little Chico Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Little Chico Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra View Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Little Chico Creek Elementary School?
455 students attend Little Chico Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Little Chico Creek Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Chico Creek Elementary School?
Little Chico Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Little Chico Creek Elementary School offer ?
Little Chico Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Little Chico Creek Elementary School part of?
Little Chico Creek Elementary School is part of Chico Unified School District.
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