For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 558 students in Chico, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Chico, TX are Chico Elementary School, Chico Middle School and Chico High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chico, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Chico have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chico, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chico Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1120 Park Rd
Chico, TX 76431
(940) 644-2220
Chico, TX 76431
(940) 644-2220
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Chico Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1205 W Sherman St
Chico, TX 76431
(940) 644-5550
Chico, TX 76431
(940) 644-5550
Gr: 6-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Chico High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
263 Fm 2952
Chico, TX 76431
(940) 644-5783
Chico, TX 76431
(940) 644-5783
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Chico, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Chico, TX include Chico Elementary School, Chico Middle School and Chico High School.
How many public schools are located in Chico?
3 public schools are located in Chico.
What is the racial composition of students in Chico?
Chico public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Chico are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chico include: Chico Middle School vs. Chico Elementary School
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