At a glance
Reported students
710
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28.68
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California elementary enrollment
88th percentile
Compared with 5,927 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
586
Michael G. Wickman Elementary: 710 reported students.
State peer staffing position
82nd percentile
24.8:1 reported; state peer median 22.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 766
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Student–teacher ratio
- 23.2:1
What the reported data says about Michael G. Wickman Elementary
Michael G. Wickman Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–06 in Chino Hills. It is one of 35 current school records connected to Chino Valley Unified. NCES reports 710 students for 2024–25.
Among 5,927 elementary schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 455 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 88th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.8:1, above the California median of 22.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (64.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (21.3%). English learners represent 12% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Michael G. Wickman Elementary
- 1How do the reported 24.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 28.68 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 12%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 45.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.33
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.7%
- Hispanic21.3%
- Black0.7%
- Asian64.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial5.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Chino Valley Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lyle S. Briggs Fundamental
Elementary · Grades KG–08
643 reported students
Eagle Canyon Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
631 reported students
Gerald F. Litel Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
616 reported students
Chaparral Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
616 reported students
Butterfield Ranch Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
607 reported students
Howard Cattle Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
594 reported students
Public schools near Michael G. Wickman Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaparral Elementary Elementary · Chino Valley Unified | KG–06 | 616 | 1.3 mi |
| Glenmeade Elementary Elementary · Chino Valley Unified | KG–06 | 449 | 1.6 mi |
| Oak Ridge Elementary Elementary · Chino Valley Unified | KG–06 | 521 | 1.9 mi |
| Gerald F. Litel Elementary Elementary · Chino Valley Unified | KG–06 | 616 | 2.4 mi |
| Hidden Trails Elementary Elementary · Chino Valley Unified | KG–06 | 569 | 3 mi |
| Butterfield Ranch Elementary Elementary · Chino Valley Unified | KG–06 | 607 | 3.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Michael G. Wickman Elementary
What grades does Michael G. Wickman Elementary serve?
Michael G. Wickman Elementary reports grades KG–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Chino Valley Unified.
How many students attend Michael G. Wickman Elementary?
Michael G. Wickman Elementary reported 710 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 88th percentile among 5,927 California elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 766 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Michael G. Wickman Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 24.8:1, based on 710 students and 28.68 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 22.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Michael G. Wickman Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Michael G. Wickman Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Chino Valley Unified attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Michael G. Wickman Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
45.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Michael G. Wickman Elementary in?
Michael G. Wickman Elementary is part of Chino Valley Unified, based in Chino, CA, which operates 35 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Michael G. Wickman Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Chaparral Elementary (1.3 mi), Glenmeade Elementary (1.6 mi), Oak Ridge Elementary (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.