Serving 931 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Mitchell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 931 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Math Proficiency: 34%
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 931 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
931 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mitchell Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)34%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
26%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mitchell Elementary School often compared to?
Mitchell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Halifax Elementary School, Merrill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Elementary School?
931 students attend Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mitchell Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Elementary School?
Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mitchell Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Elementary School is part of Bridgewater-Raynham School District.
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