Chilhowie High School is located in the town of Chilhowie, Virginia. It was founded in 1959 and is part of the Smyth County School Division.
Serving 384 students in grades 9-12, Chilhowie High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chilhowie High serves the southwest part of its school district in Chilhowie, VA, covering an area of approximately 100.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chilhowie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chilhowie High School's student population of 384 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensuring a quality education that enables all students to succeed to their maximum potential.
School Rankings
Chilhowie High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chilhowie High School is 0.13, 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
#456 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilhowie High School's ranking?
Chilhowie High School is ranked #456 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Chilhowie High School often compared to?
Chilhowie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood High School, Marion Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chilhowie High School?
The graduation rate of Chilhowie High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Chilhowie High School?
384 students attend Chilhowie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Chilhowie High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chilhowie High School?
Chilhowie High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chilhowie High School offer ?
Chilhowie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chilhowie High School part of?
Chilhowie High School is part of Smyth County School District.
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