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Verelle Peniston School
School · MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED
1530 CLAY ST, Chillicothe, MO 64601
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Verelle Peniston School
School in Chillicothe · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Verelle Peniston School
Verelle Peniston School is a public school in Chillicothe, MO, part of MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED. Verelle Peniston School serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Verelle Peniston School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Verelle Peniston School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Verelle Peniston School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Address
- 1530 CLAY ST, Chillicothe, MO 64601
- Phone
- (660) 646-4215
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
1530 CLAY ST, Chillicothe, MO 64601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Verelle Peniston School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAREDO ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Laredo). Another option is MEADVILLE HIGH (rated 8.6/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Meadville). Additionally, TINA-AVALON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Tina). For more schools in Chillicothe, see our Chillicothe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILLICOTHE MIDDLE Chillicothe | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Chillicothe | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| FIELD ELEM. Chillicothe | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CHILLICOTHE HIGH Chillicothe | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CHILLICOTHE ELEM Chillicothe | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| LIVINGSTON CO. ELEM. Chula | 9.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTHWEST LIVINGSTON CO R-1 EL Ludlow | 10.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHWEST LIVINGSTON CO R-1 HS Ludlow | 10.6 mi | 5.1 |
| TINA-AVALON ELEM. Tina | 14.9 mi | 7.9 |
| TINA-AVALON HIGH Tina | 14.9 mi | 7.0 |
| BRECKENRIDGE ELEM. Breckenridge | 13.1 mi | 4.3 |
| BRECKENRIDGE HIGH Breckenridge | 13.1 mi | — |
| MEADOW VIEW SCHOOL Jamesport | 15.0 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VIEW ELEM. Trenton | 17.6 mi | 6.9 |
| HICKORY HILL SCHOOL Jamesport | 14.6 mi | — |
| HICKORY HILL Jamesport | 14.6 mi | — |
| LAREDO ELEM. Laredo | 17.3 mi | 8.6 |
| MEADVILLE ELEM. Meadville | 13.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MEADVILLE HIGH Meadville | 13.8 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,804
Median Home Value
$145,000
Median Rent
$756/mo
Population
12,110
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
17.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Verelle Peniston School
What grades does Verelle Peniston School serve?
Verelle Peniston School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Verelle Peniston School?
Verelle Peniston School has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Verelle Peniston School?
The student-teacher ratio at Verelle Peniston School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Verelle Peniston School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Verelle Peniston School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Verelle Peniston School a charter school?
No, Verelle Peniston School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Verelle Peniston School a Title I school?
No, Verelle Peniston School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Verelle Peniston School?
20.0% of students at Verelle Peniston School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Livingston County
- Phone
- (660) 646-4215
Resources & Links
District
MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED- District Enrollment
- 692
- Schools in District
- 35
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