Serving 628 students in grades 3-6, Gordon W. Mitchell School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gordon W. Mitchell School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gordon W. Mitchell School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon W. Mitchell School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#723 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
6%
10%
White
84%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon W. Mitchell School's ranking?
Gordon W. Mitchell School is ranked #723 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Gordon W. Mitchell School often compared to?
Gordon W. Mitchell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central, Edgar B Davis by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Gordon W. Mitchell School?
628 students attend Gordon W. Mitchell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gordon W. Mitchell School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon W. Mitchell School?
Gordon W. Mitchell School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gordon W. Mitchell School offer ?
Gordon W. Mitchell School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon W. Mitchell School part of?
Gordon W. Mitchell School is part of East Bridgewater School District.
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