Serving 397 students in grades 3-4, Mitchell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1618 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
15%
16%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Elementary School's ranking?
Mitchell Elementary School is ranked #1618 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Elementary School?
397 students attend Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mitchell Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mitchell Elementary School?
Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Mitchell Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Elementary School is part of Granite City CUSD 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mitchell Elementary School located?
Mitchell Elementary School is located in the Mitchell neighborhood of Granite City, IL.
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