For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,825 students in 64601, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 129 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 64601, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64601, MO are Dewey Elementary School, Chillicothe High School and Field Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64601 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64601, MO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64601, MO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dewey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
905 Dickinson Street
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4255
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4255
Grades: 4-5
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Chillicothe High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2801 Hornet Rd
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-0700
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-0700
Grades: 9-12
| 609 students
Rank: #33.
Field Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Oak
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-2909
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-2909
Grades: 2-3
| 252 students
Rank: #44.
Verelle Peniston School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
Grades: K-12
| 16 students
Rank: #55.
Chillicothe Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1529 Calhoun
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1916
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1916
Grades: 6-8
| 371 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chillicothe Elementary School
Magnet School
900 Coach K Drive
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 240-3315
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 240-3315
Grades: PK-1
| 327 students
Rank: n/an/a
Grand River Technical School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1200 Fair St
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-3414
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-3414
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
64601, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
209 Henry St
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1653
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-1653
Grades: PK
| 123 students
Verelle Peniston (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1530 Clay Street
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4215
Chillicothe, MO 64601
(660) 646-4215
Grades: Inquire with school
| 18 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64601, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64601, MO include Dewey Elementary School, Chillicothe High School and Field Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64601?
7 public schools are located in 64601.
What percentage of students in 64601 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 64601 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64601?
64601 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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