Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. C. Mitchell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. C. Mitchell Elementary School serves the southeast part of Boca Raton, FL, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. C. Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 683 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. C. Mitchell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. C. Mitchell Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1294 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. C. Mitchell Elementary School's ranking?
J. C. Mitchell Elementary School is ranked #1294 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend J. C. Mitchell Elementary School?
683 students attend J. C. Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of J. C. Mitchell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. C. Mitchell Elementary School?
J. C. Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J. C. Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
J. C. Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. C. Mitchell Elementary School part of?
J. C. Mitchell Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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