Mitchell Elementary School serves 373 students in grades 3-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mitchell Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
n/a
24%
White
82%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mitchell Elementary School?
373 students attend Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mitchell Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Elementary School?
Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Mitchell Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Elementary School is part of Mitchell County Schools.
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