Chillicothe Independent School District is a public school district based in Chillicothe, Texas. The district covers eastern Hardeman and northwestern Wilbarger counties. In addition to Chillicothe, the district also serves the unincorporated community of Odell.
Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Chillicothe School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chillicothe School's student population of 189 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Red & White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chillicothe School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chillicothe School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
59%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
34%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chillicothe School's ranking?
Chillicothe School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chillicothe School?
The graduation rate of Chillicothe School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Chillicothe School?
189 students attend Chillicothe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chillicothe School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chillicothe School?
Chillicothe School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chillicothe School offer ?
Chillicothe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Chillicothe School part of?
Chillicothe School is part of Chillicothe Independent School District.
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