James W. Mitchell High School serves 2,172 students in grades 9-12.
James W. Mitchell High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
James W. Mitchell High School's student population of 2,172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
James W. Mitchell High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of James W. Mitchell High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#898 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
15%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
73%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James W. Mitchell High School's ranking?
James W. Mitchell High School is ranked #898 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of James W. Mitchell High School?
The graduation rate of James W. Mitchell High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend James W. Mitchell High School?
2,172 students attend James W. Mitchell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of James W. Mitchell High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James W. Mitchell High School?
James W. Mitchell High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does James W. Mitchell High School offer ?
James W. Mitchell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is James W. Mitchell High School part of?
James W. Mitchell High School is part of Pasco School District.
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