For the 2026 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 (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 | 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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