Grand River Technical School

Grand River Technical School is a public career school located in Chillicothe, Missouri. The institution offers a broad range of vocational certificate programs spanning skilled trades, transportation, healthcare, and technology. Programs include Diesel Mechanics, Welding Technology, Carpentry, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics, Autobody/Collision Repair, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance, Computer/Computer Systems Technology, and Emergency Medical Technology.

With 77 students enrolled (IPEDS 2023), Grand River Technical School reports an 89% completion rate and a 95% retention rate (IPEDS 2023). These metrics demonstrate solid student persistence across its diverse program offerings. The institution holds a quality score of 76.17/100.

As one of the more comprehensive public technical schools in north-central Missouri, Grand River Technical School provides students with multiple career pathways in a single institution. Its eight distinct programs cover a wide range of in-demand trades, from diesel and automotive repair to welding, carpentry, and emergency medical services, making it a versatile training resource for the surrounding rural communities.