For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 401 students in 95973, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 31 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 95973, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95973, CA are Nord Country and Oak Bridge Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95973 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95973, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95973, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nord Country
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5554 California St.
Chico, CA 95973
(530) 891-3138
Chico, CA 95973
(530) 891-3138
Gr: K-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Oak Bridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1350 East Lassen Ave.
Chico, CA 95973
(530) 897-8877
Chico, CA 95973
(530) 897-8877
Gr: K-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95973, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95973, CA include Nord Country and Oak Bridge Academy.
How many public schools are located in 95973?
2 public schools are located in 95973.
What percentage of students in 95973 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 95973 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95973?
95973 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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