Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Chillicothe Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 62%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 42%
- Reading Proficiency: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chillicothe Primary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chillicothe Primary School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)42%
62%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
8%
17%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Chillicothe Primary School often compared to?
Chillicothe Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chillicothe Intermediate School, Southeastern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 62% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average).
How many students attend Chillicothe Primary School?
570 students attend Chillicothe Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Chillicothe Primary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chillicothe Primary School?
Chillicothe Primary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chillicothe Primary School offer ?
Chillicothe Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Chillicothe Primary School part of?
Chillicothe Primary School is part of Chillicothe City School District.
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