Very Good
#3440 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Citrus Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Chico Unified
1350 Citrus Ave., Chico, CA 95926
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,440 of 9,539
In Chico
#15 of 31
public schools
In district
#10 of 20
Chico Unified
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Citrus Avenue Elementary
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About Citrus Avenue Elementary
Citrus Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Chico, CA, part of Chico Unified. Citrus Avenue Elementary serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Citrus Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,440 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Citrus Avenue Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Citrus Avenue Elementary runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Citrus Avenue Elementary 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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Citrus Avenue Elementary — Students at Citrus Avenue Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Citrus Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Citrus Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1350 Citrus Ave., Chico, CA 95926
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Citrus Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Neal Dow Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hooker Oak Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rosedale Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chico, see our Chico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Inspire School of Arts and Sciences Chico | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Chico High Chico | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Chico Junior High Chico | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Rosedale Elementary Chico | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Hooker Oak Elementary Chico | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Notre Dame School Chico | 1.0 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Chico | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Emma Wilson Elementary Chico | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Butte County Community Chico | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Fair View High (Continuation) Chico | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Oakdale Chico | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Academy for Change Chico | 1.5 mi | — |
| Center for Alternative Learning Chico | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wildflower Open Classroom Chico | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Blue Oak Charter Chico | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Neal Dow Elementary Chico | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Chico Country Day Chico | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Bidwell Junior High Chico | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| McManus (John A.) Elementary Chico | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Proverbs 9:9 Academy Chico | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95926 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,334
Median Home Value
$462,900
Median Rent
$1,418/mo
Population
42,143
College Educated
44.7%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.5%
Median Age
27.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Citrus Avenue Elementary
What grades does Citrus Avenue Elementary serve?
Citrus Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Citrus Avenue Elementary?
Citrus Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Citrus Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Citrus Avenue Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Citrus Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Citrus Avenue Elementary ranks #3,440 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Citrus Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Citrus Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Citrus Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Citrus Avenue Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Citrus Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Citrus Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Citrus Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Citrus Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Citrus Avenue Elementary?
81.5% of students at Citrus Avenue 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Butte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (530) 891-3107
Resources & Links
District
Chico Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,317
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,423
- District Rank
- #10 of 20
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