Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mitchell Road Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mitchell Road Elementary School's student population of 569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
569 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Mitchell Road Elementary School is to offer students a quality education in a safe, inviting learning environment while helping them learn responsibility, self-discipline, and respect for others.
School Rankings
Mitchell Road Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Road Elementary School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
21%
31%
White
49%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Road Elementary School's ranking?
Mitchell Road Elementary School is ranked #316 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mitchell Road Elementary School often compared to?
Mitchell Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brushy Creek Elementary School, Pelham Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Road Elementary School?
569 students attend Mitchell Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mitchell Road Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Road Elementary School?
Mitchell Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mitchell Road Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mitchell Road Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Road Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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