Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Chillicothe Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chillicothe Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Chillicothe school district, encompassing approximately 296.1 square miles in and around Chillicothe, MO. The average drive time to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chillicothe Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chillicothe Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chillicothe Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1292 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
88%
67%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chillicothe Middle School's ranking?
Chillicothe Middle School is ranked #1292 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Chillicothe Middle School?
354 students attend Chillicothe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Chillicothe Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chillicothe Middle School?
Chillicothe Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chillicothe Middle School offer ?
Chillicothe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chillicothe Middle School part of?
Chillicothe Middle School is part of Chillicothe R-II School District.
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