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#6511 of 9,539 schools in CA
Butte County Community
School · Butte County Office of Education
500 Orient St. Ste. 105, Chico, CA 95928
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,511 of 9,539
In Chico
#25 of 31
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Butte County Office of Education
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Butte County Community
School in Chico · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Butte County Community
Butte County Community is a public school in Chico, CA, part of Butte County Office of Education. Butte County Community serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Butte County Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,511 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Butte County Community show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Butte County Community is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Butte County Community 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.
77% of students at Butte County Community were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Butte County Community — Students at Butte County Community score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Butte County Community Compares
See how Butte County Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Orient St. Ste. 105, Chico, CA 95928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butte County Community may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sierra View Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sherwood Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Inspire School of Arts and Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chico, see our Chico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chico Junior High Chico | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Chico Country Day Chico | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Chico | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Notre Dame School Chico | 0.5 mi | — |
| Chico High Chico | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Inspire School of Arts and Sciences Chico | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Hooker Oak Elementary Chico | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Pivot Charter School North Valley II Chico | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Rosedale Elementary Chico | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Citrus Avenue Elementary Chico | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Sherwood Montessori Chico | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Neal Dow Elementary Chico | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Chapman Elementary Chico | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Proverbs 9:9 Academy Chico | 1.5 mi | — |
| Parkview Elementary Chico | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Bidwell Junior High Chico | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HOPE ACADEMY FOR PERSONALIZED EDUCATION Chico | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Wildflower Open Classroom Chico | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Sierra View Elementary Chico | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| McManus (John A.) Elementary Chico | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,350
Median Home Value
$476,600
Median Rent
$1,419/mo
Population
37,533
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butte County Community
What grades does Butte County Community serve?
Butte County Community serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Butte County Community?
Butte County Community has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butte County Community?
The student-teacher ratio at Butte County Community is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Butte County Community rank in CA?
Butte County Community ranks #6,511 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Butte County Community's MySchoolScout rating?
Butte County Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Butte County Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Butte County Community has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Butte County Community a charter school?
No, Butte County Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Butte County Community a Title I school?
No, Butte County Community is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butte County Community?
92.3% of students at Butte County Community 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Butte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.9%
- Phone
- (530) 895-9741
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Butte County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 388
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $207,869
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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