For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,214 students in 64601, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64601, MO are Dewey Elementary School, Verelle Peniston School and Field Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64601 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64601, MO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64601, MO Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dewey Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
905 Dickinson Street
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4255
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4255
Grades: 4-5
| 247 students
Rank: #22.
Verelle Peniston School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1530 Clay St
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4215
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4215
Grades: K-12
| 15 students
Rank: #33.
Field Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Oak
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-2909
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-2909
Grades: 2-3
| 252 students
Rank: #44.
Chillicothe Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1529 Calhoun
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1916
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1916
Grades: 6-8
| 376 students
Rank: n/an/a
900 Coach K Drive
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 240-3315
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 240-3315
Grades: PK-1
| 324 students
64601, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
209 Henry St
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1653
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1653
Grades: PK
| 123 students
Verelle Peniston (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
1530 Clay Street
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4215
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4215
Grades: Inquire with school
| 18 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64601, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64601, MO include Dewey Elementary School, Verelle Peniston School and Field Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64601, MO?
5 public elementary schools are located in 64601, MO.
What is the racial composition of students in 64601, MO?
64601, MO public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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