Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chilhowie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chilhowie Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chilhowie Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chilhowie Elementary 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
#1526 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
93%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilhowie Elementary School's ranking?
Chilhowie Elementary School is ranked #1526 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Chilhowie Elementary School?
544 students attend Chilhowie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Chilhowie Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chilhowie Elementary School?
Chilhowie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chilhowie Elementary School offer ?
Chilhowie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chilhowie Elementary School part of?
Chilhowie Elementary School is part of Smyth County School District.
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