For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 401 students in 95973, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95973, CA are Nord Country and Oak Bridge Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 95973 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95973, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95973, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nord Country
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5554 California St.
Chico, CA 95973
(530) 891-3138
Chico, CA 95973
(530) 891-3138
Gr: K-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Oak Bridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1350 East Lassen Ave.
Chico, CA 95973
(530) 897-8877
Chico, CA 95973
(530) 897-8877
Gr: K-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 95973, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95973, CA include Nord Country and Oak Bridge Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 95973?
2 public middle schools are located in 95973.
What is the racial composition of students in 95973?
95973 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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