What grades does Chilhowie Elementary serve?

As a Primary school, Chilhowie Elementary serves students in Chilhowie, VA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Chilhowie Elementary located?

You can find Chilhowie Elementary in Chilhowie, VA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chilhowie Elementary?

At Chilhowie Elementary, there are approximately 13.9 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Chilhowie, VA?

Chilhowie Elementary is among the schools serving Chilhowie, VA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Chilhowie Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

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Chilhowie, VA 24319

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Parent/Teacher Conference - 2 hr early dismissalStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

Election Day- School ClosedEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Fri

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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Nov

Mon

School ReopensEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

544

Student:Teacher

13.9:1

Locale

Rural

District

Smyth County Public Schools

Phone

(276)646-8220

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

49%

10th percentile in VA

Math Proficiency

36%

18th percentile in VA

Chronic Absenteeism

10.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

5 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.5:1

Near average in VA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

628

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

43.72

98% fully certified

Counselors

1.5

Psychologists

0.15000001

Social Workers

0.18000001

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,196

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,795

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,940

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 62%Local 24%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

31.3%

Below 150% poverty line

3.2%

Unemployment rate

7.1%

Uninsured residents

15.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

729

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

683

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

190 (28%)

Specific Learning Disability

189 (28%)

Intellectual Disability

88 (13%)

Autism

78 (11%)

Other Health Impairment

75 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

15 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

589

Current enrollment

Stable(+6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Parent/Teacher Conference - 2 hr early dismissal

Staff Day

Tue, Nov 3, 2026

Election Day- School Closed

Event

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

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Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Smyth County Public Schools. Chilhowie Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	End of 1st Nine WeeksDistrict-wide Review the academic calendar for grading period details and deadlines.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conference - 2 hr early dismissalDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day- School ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	School ReopensDistrict-wide Review the calendar for any schedule adjustments or reopening day details.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of First Semester - 2 hr early dismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Dec 29, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 30, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 31, 2026	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	Winter Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	First Day of 2nd semester - School ReopensDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MILK Day - No school (Possible Snow Make-up day)District-wide	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day - No School (Possible Snow Make-up Day)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Spring Break - 2 hr early dismissalDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Spring Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Tentative Last Day of School\; 2 hr early dismissalDistrict-wide	Event	—