For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 406 students in Chico, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chico, TX are Chico Elementary School and Chico Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chico, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Chico have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Chico, TX (2026)
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 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
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 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Chico, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chico, TX include Chico Elementary School and Chico Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Chico?
2 public elementary schools are located in Chico.
What is the racial composition of students in Chico?
Chico public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Chico are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Chico include: Chico Middle School vs. Chico Elementary School
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