Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chapman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chapman Elementary School's student population of 311 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
It's a great day to be a Cat!
School Rankings
Chapman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chapman Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chico Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chapman Cat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapman Elementary School's ranking?
Chapman Elementary School is ranked #7478 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chapman Elementary School often compared to?
Chapman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chapman Elementary School?
311 students attend Chapman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Chapman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapman Elementary School?
Chapman Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chapman Elementary School offer ?
Chapman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chapman Elementary School part of?
Chapman Elementary School is part of Chico Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Chapman Elementary School located?
Chapman Elementary School is located in the Chapmantown neighborhood of Chico, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Chapmantown.
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