Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chilhowie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chilhowie Elementary serves the southwest part of its school district in Chilhowie, VA, covering an area of approximately 93 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chilhowie Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Chilhowie Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chilhowie Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1306 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
91%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilhowie Elementary School's ranking?
Chilhowie Elementary School is ranked #1306 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Chilhowie Elementary School?
589 students attend Chilhowie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Chilhowie Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chilhowie Elementary School?
Chilhowie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chilhowie Elementary School offer ?
Chilhowie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chilhowie Elementary School part of?
Chilhowie Elementary School is part of Smyth County School District.
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