Average
#4269 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary
Elementary School · Chico Unified
988 East Ave., Chico, CA 95926
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,269 of 9,539
In Chico
#17 of 31
public schools
In district
#11 of 20
Chico Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary
Elementary School in Chico · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary
Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Chico, CA, part of Chico Unified. Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,269 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary — Students at Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
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: 6.6/10.
How Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary Compares
See how Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
988 East Ave., Chico, CA 95926
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sierra View Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Neal Dow Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hooker Oak Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chico, see our Chico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bidwell Junior High Chico | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Wildflower Open Classroom Chico | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| HopeAcademy for Personalized Education Chico | 0.5 mi | — |
| Oak Bridge Academy Chico | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Neal Dow Elementary Chico | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Hooker Oak Elementary Chico | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Fair View High (Continuation) Chico | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Oakdale Chico | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Academy for Change Chico | 1.0 mi | — |
| Center for Alternative Learning Chico | 1.0 mi | — |
| Proverbs 9:9 Academy Chico | 1.2 mi | — |
| Achieve Charter School of Chico Chico | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Pleasant Valley High Chico | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Marigold Elementary Chico | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Citrus Avenue Elementary Chico | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Chico High Chico | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Chico Junior High Chico | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Inspire School of Arts and Sciences Chico | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Sierra View Elementary Chico | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Zanella 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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| ANNELIESE SCHOOLS, INC. Laguna Beach, CA | 6.6 |
| Adams Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary
What grades does Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary serve?
Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary?
Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary rank in CA?
Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary ranks #4,269 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcmanus (john A.) Elementary?
71.8% of students at Mcmanus (john A.) 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
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Butte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.9%
- Phone
- (530) 891-3128
Resources & Links
District
Chico Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,317
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,423
- District Rank
- #11 of 20
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