High Schools in Chico Unified

The Chico Unified school district in California is home to 5 high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. The data reveals stark differences in the performance and characteristics of these schools, with Chico High and Pleasant Valley High standing out as the top-performing schools in the district, while Fair View High (Continuation), Center for Alternative Learning, and Academy for Change face significant challenges.

Chico High and Pleasant Valley High are the largest schools in the district, with over 1,800 students each, and they have the highest statewide rankings, with Chico High ranked 424th and Pleasant Valley High ranked 376th out of 2,323 California high schools for the 2023-2024 school year. These two schools also have the highest 4-year graduation rates, with Chico High at 97.3% and Pleasant Valley High at 93.6%. In contrast, the continuation and alternative schools in the district, such as Fair View High, Center for Alternative Learning, and Academy for Change, struggle with much lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and significantly lower test scores.

The data also reveals a potential correlation between socioeconomic factors and academic performance, with the schools that have the highest free/reduced lunch rates, such as Center for Alternative Learning and Academy for Change, also having the lowest test scores and graduation rates. This highlights the importance of targeted interventions and support to address the unique challenges faced by these schools and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the Chico Unified district.