CHAFFEE JR.-SR. HIGH SCHOOL

CHAFFEE JR.-SR. HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the CHAFFEE R-II school district, located in CHAFFEE, MO with about 287 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, CHAFFEE JR.-SR. HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Chaffee Junior-Senior High School, located in Chaffee, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary education provider for the Chaffee R-II School District. The school integrates grades 7 through 12 into a single facility, fostering a tight-knit educational environment that allows for consistent academic and social development throughout a student's formative adolescent years. The campus on West Yoakum Avenue functions as a central hub for the small community, focusing on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce.

The school is deeply rooted in the local Chaffee community, characterized by the traditional spirit of a small-town Missouri school. Academically, the institution strives to meet state standards while providing a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics and student organizations, which are essential to the school's culture. By combining junior high and high school settings, Chaffee JR-SR High emphasizes mentorship and continuity, aiming to provide a supportive atmosphere where educators can build long-term relationships with their students to ensure academic and personal success.

For more information, contact CHAFFEE JR.-SR. HIGH at (573) 887-3226 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.