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Biggs Elementary

Elementary School · Biggs Unified

300 B St., Biggs, CA 95917

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,000 of 9,539

In Biggs

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Biggs Unified

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Biggs Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Biggs · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Biggs High

6.8/10

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About Biggs Elementary

Biggs Elementary is a public elementary school in Biggs, CA, part of Biggs Unified. Biggs Elementary serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Biggs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,000 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Biggs Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Biggs Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Biggs Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-33.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,964
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Biggs Elementary — Students at Biggs Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
15.2%
ELA
32.6%
2024
Math
12.9%
ELA
23.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Biggs Elementary Compares

See how Biggs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in CA
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Location

300 B St., Biggs, CA 95917

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Biggs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richvale Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Richvale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Luther Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Live Oak), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FEATHER RIVER ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Oroville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Biggs, see our Biggs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Biggs High Biggs 0.2 mi 6.8
Esperanza High (Continuation) Gridley 3.5 mi
Gridley High Gridley 3.4 mi 8.0
McKinley Elementary Gridley 3.6 mi 6.2
Sycamore Middle Gridley 3.7 mi 7.6
Wilson Elementary Gridley 3.7 mi 5.8
Manzanita Elementary Gridley 6.0 mi 5.9
Richvale Elementary Richvale 6.1 mi 8.9
Aubrey Jane Christian Academy Oroville 5.1 mi
FEATHER RIVER ADVENTIST SCHOOL Oroville 5.4 mi 7.4
Feather River Adventist Oroville 5.4 mi
Poplar Avenue Elementary Oroville 8.3 mi 4.1
Luther Elementary Live Oak 9.7 mi 8.6
Live Oak High Live Oak 9.9 mi 7.4
Valley Oak Continuation High Live Oak 9.9 mi
Live Oak Alternative Live Oak 9.9 mi 3.6
Sierra Avenue Elementary Oroville 8.9 mi 3.9
Live Oak Middle Live Oak 10.0 mi 8.0
STREAM Charter Oroville 9.0 mi 3.7
Palermo Palermo 8.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95917 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,698

Median Home Value

$380,700

Median Rent

$1,159/mo

Population

3,561

College Educated

15.9%

Homeownership

73.5%

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Biggs Elementary

What grades does Biggs Elementary serve?

Biggs Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Biggs Elementary?

Biggs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Biggs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Biggs Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Biggs Elementary rank in CA?

Biggs Elementary ranks #6,000 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Biggs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Biggs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Biggs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Biggs Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Biggs Elementary a charter school?

No, Biggs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Biggs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Biggs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Biggs Elementary?

66.8% of students at Biggs Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Butte County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Biggs Unified
District Enrollment
548
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,964
District Rank
#3 of 3

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