Chico High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school located in Chico, California, United States. As of 2017, Chico High School has 2,083 students. Founded in 1902, it predominantly serves as the public school for graduates of Chico Junior High School.
Serving 1,804 students in grades 9-12, Chico High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chico High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chico High School's student population of 1,804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,804 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1902
Colors
Red and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a GREAT day to be a Panther!
School Rankings
Chico High 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 Chico High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2125 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Chico High School's ranking?
Chico High School is ranked #2125 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chico High School often compared to?
Chico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chico High School?
The graduation rate of Chico High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chico High School?
1,804 students attend Chico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Chico High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chico High School?
Chico High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chico High School offer ?
Chico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chico High School part of?
Chico High School is part of Chico Unified School District.
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