Serving 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shasta Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 38% 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: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shasta Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shasta Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shasta Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2327 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shasta Elementary School's ranking?
Shasta Elementary School is ranked #2327 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shasta Elementary School often compared to?
Shasta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma Wilson Elementary School, Marigold Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shasta Elementary School?
621 students attend Shasta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Shasta Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Shasta Elementary School?
Shasta Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shasta Elementary School offer ?
Shasta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Shasta Elementary School part of?
Shasta Elementary School is part of Chico Unified School District.
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