Chillicothe’s Top Schools
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Your first step is to narrow down your search by school district ranking. Its rating system includes common indicators of higher- versus lower-ranking schools such as college enrollment rates, academic rigor, and support for low-income. You may also wish to broaden your criteria with other metrics such as class and district size, recess time, and even the quality of the local pre-kindergarten schools in your desired areas. And of course, nothing beats an onsite visit for a real gut-check to determine what’s best for your child.
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It may come as a surprise that property taxes in schools with high rankings aren't always greater. Property taxes are levied in most states, although how much varies considerably from state to state and even county to county. Local government funding is primarily derived from tax revenue, however the manner in which it is apportioned (whether for services or school districts)
Large businesses and highly-valued properties share the burden of educating children over a wide tax base in metropolitan areas. In contrast, school costs may be higher in more rural or outlying suburban regions with fewer corporate taxpayers
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Pre-Schools
Appletree Academy
AppleTree Academy uses the Preschool Observation Checklist and Evaluation Tool (Creative Curriculum) to appraise children’s cognitive, social, and physical developmental progress. Creative Curriculum is an organizational and assessment tool that complements and enhances our child-centered, play-based curricula. The Creative Curriculum system involves six easy steps to monitor, evaluate, and document each child’s growth and progress. The result is an individualized portfolio for your child used to determine appropriate instructional material and practices, according to their individual stage of development.
Website: Appletree Academy
Phone: (309) 243-5700
Little Friends Early Education & Preschool
At Little Friends Early Education & Preschool, the safety of children, families, and staff has always been our top priority. Our industry-leading protocols are based on expert guidance, designed to support your child’s health, while ensuring in a positive environment where kids can be kids.
Website: Little Friends Early Education & Preschool
Phone: (309) 681-5265
Elementary Schools
South Elementary School (Pre-K-3)
South Elementary School is one of four schools in the Illinois Valley Central School District. We are proud to serve the educational needs of our students within the Chillicothe community. Approximately 480 students in pre-kindergarten through 3rd grade attend South School which also includes the district's kindergarten through 3rd grade life skills and instructional special education programs. South School has two pre-kindergarten classrooms which partner with the Peoria County Bright Futures Program. Our teaching staff includes physical education, special education, speech, reading, art, technology, and music educators.
Website: South Elementary School
Phone: (309) 274-4841
Mossville Junior High & Elementary School (Pre-K-8)
Welcome to Mossville Junior High and Elementary School, one of the schools in Illinois Valley Central School District #321. We are proud to serve the educational needs of our students and communities. Mossville School, located approximately 9 miles north of Peoria, serves approximately 650 students from Dunlap, Mossville, Peoria, Rome and the surrounding countryside. Over 50 faculty members provide instruction to grades pre-kindergarten through 8.
Website: Mossville Junior High & Elementary School
Phone: (309) 579-2328
Chillicothe Junior High & Elementary School (Pre-K-8)
We strive to empower students to become successful lifelong learners who contribute to a diverse world.
Website: Chillicothe Junior High & Elementary School
Phone: (309) 274-6266
Middle Schools
Mossville Junior High & Elementary School
Welcome to Mossville Junior High and Elementary School, one of the schools in Illinois Valley Central School District #321. We are proud to serve the educational needs of our students and communities. Mossville School, located approximately 9 miles north of Peoria, serves approximately 650 students from Dunlap, Mossville, Peoria, Rome and the surrounding countryside. Over 50 faculty members provide instruction to grades pre-kindergarten through 8.
Website: Mossville Junior High & Elementary School
Phone: (309) 579-2328
Chillicothe Junior High & Elementary School
We strive to empower students to become successful lifelong learners who contribute to a diverse world.
Website: Chillicothe Junior High & Elementary School
Phone: (309) 274-6266
High Schools
Illinois Valley Central High School
Our mission is to empower students to become lifelong learners who contribute to a diverse world. Part of our strategic planning process includes developing belief statements, commitments, goals, and strategies.
Website: Illinois Valley Central High School
Phone: (309) 274-5481
