For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 199 students in Chilhowee, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Chilhowee, MO are Shawnee Elementary School, Chilhowee Elementary School and Chilhowee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chilhowee, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Chilhowee have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Chilhowee, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11913 N Highway 13
Chilhowee, MO 64733
(660) 885-3620
Chilhowee, MO 64733
(660) 885-3620
Gr: K-8 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Chilhowee Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 Sw State Route 2
Chilhowee, MO 64733
(660) 678-4511
Chilhowee, MO 64733
(660) 678-4511
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Chilhowee High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 Sw State Route 2
Chilhowee, MO 64733
(660) 678-4511
Chilhowee, MO 64733
(660) 678-4511
Gr: 7-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chilhowee, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Chilhowee, MO include Shawnee Elementary School, Chilhowee Elementary School and Chilhowee High School.
How many public schools are located in Chilhowee?
3 public schools are located in Chilhowee.
What is the racial composition of students in Chilhowee?
Chilhowee public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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