For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 369 students in 64601, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64601, MO are Verelle Peniston School and Chillicothe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 64601 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64601, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64601, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Verelle Peniston School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1530 Clay St
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4215
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4215
Gr: K-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Chillicothe Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1529 Calhoun
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1916
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1916
Gr: 6-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 64601, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64601, MO include Verelle Peniston School and Chillicothe Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64601?
2 public middle schools are located in 64601.
What is the racial composition of students in 64601?
64601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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