Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marigold Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Marigold Elementary serves the southeast part of Chico, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marigold Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marigold 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 Marigold Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3214 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
59%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marigold Elementary School's ranking?
Marigold Elementary School is ranked #3214 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marigold Elementary School often compared to?
Marigold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra View Elementary School, Shasta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marigold Elementary School?
571 students attend Marigold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Marigold Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marigold Elementary School?
Marigold Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marigold Elementary School offer ?
Marigold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marigold Elementary School part of?
Marigold Elementary School is part of Chico Unified School District.
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