Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mitchell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mitchell Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Milwaukee, WI, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 597 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1897 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
80%
14%
Black
13%
9%
White
2%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Elementary School's ranking?
Mitchell Elementary School is ranked #1897 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Elementary School?
597 students attend Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mitchell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Elementary School?
Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mitchell Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Mitchell Elementary School located?
Mitchell Elementary School is located in the Muskego Way neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Muskego Way.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
School administration penalizing victims of bullying for reporting the problem. Also allows parents of bullies to attack their children's victims. Overall, not a healthy environment.
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