Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Attendance Zone: Dewey Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Chillicothe, MO, covering approximately 296.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 9.6 miles and the furthest edge at 15.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
89%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Chillicothe Elementary School?
332 students attend Chillicothe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Chillicothe Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Chillicothe Elementary School offer ?
Chillicothe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chillicothe Elementary School part of?
Chillicothe Elementary School is part of Chillicothe R-II School District.
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