Serving 1,010 students in grades 6-8, Bidwell Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bidwell Junior High School's student population of 1,010 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,010 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bidwell Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bidwell Junior High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2949 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bidwell Junior High School's ranking?
Bidwell Junior High School is ranked #2949 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bidwell Junior High School often compared to?
Bidwell Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chico Junior High School, Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bidwell Junior High School?
1,010 students attend Bidwell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bidwell Junior High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bidwell Junior High School?
Bidwell Junior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bidwell Junior High School offer ?
Bidwell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bidwell Junior High School part of?
Bidwell Junior High School is part of Chico Unified School District.
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