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Elementary SchoolsGrades K-6

Chester Elementary

Plumas Unified · Plumas County · 158 Aspen Street, Chester, CA 96020-0826

(530) 258-3194 · www.pcoe.k12.ca.us

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6/10
#2748
Rank 2748 out of 5,722
Top 48%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2554 · 55th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2642 · 54th percentile
Science4/10 · #3472 · 38th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the small mountain community of Chester near the shores of Lake Almanor, this little K-6 school serves a tight-knit town where outdoor life — fishing, hiking, and snow — is part of the daily rhythm. Chester Elementary lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, which is pretty respectable for a rural school this size, and families here tend to value the close relationships that come naturally when everyone knows everyone. It's a good fit for families drawn to a slower-paced, nature-immersed lifestyle who want a community where their kids won't get lost in the crowd.

Student Demographics

80 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
55 (69%)
Hispanic
14 (18%)
Multiple Races
10 (13%)
Other
2 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners3 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged43 (54%)
Students with Disabilities18 (23%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

171
Enrollment
7.7
Teachers (FTE)
22.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
0
Administrators (FTE)
15.4
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5469 · 10th percentile

5 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found