PLEASANT VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Pleasant Valley High is a public high school that is part of the Chico Unified school district, located in Chico, CA with about 1,966 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 83 teachers, Pleasant Valley High has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Pleasant Valley High School (PVHS), located in Chico, California, is a prominent public secondary school serving the local community. As a cornerstone of the Chico Unified School District, the campus is known for maintaining a balance between rigorous academic standards and a comprehensive extracurricular environment. The school typically serves students in grades 9–12, offering a diverse curriculum that includes college-preparatory courses, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and various honors and Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities to prepare students for higher education and professional life.
Beyond academics, Pleasant Valley High is well-regarded for its vibrant school spirit and strong athletic programs, frequently competing at a high level within the Northern Section of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF). The school emphasizes holistic development by providing numerous clubs, arts programs, and leadership opportunities that encourage student engagement and community involvement. Situated on East Avenue, the school serves as a central hub for teenagers in the Chico area, fostering an environment that prioritizes both personal growth and academic achievement.
For more information, contact Pleasant Valley High at (530) 879-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Chico, CA 95926-1699
(530) 879-5100
PLEASANT VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Chico, CA with about 1,966 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Chico Unified
- Total Students:
- 1,966
- Teachers:
- 83.03
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,966 students
- White
- 63.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.3%
- Asian
- 8.5%
- Two or more races
- 4.3%
- Black or African American
- 2.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.8%
- Female
- 47.5%
- Male
- 52.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.