Mitchell School is a public school in Mitchell in the U.S. state of Oregon with an enrollment of about 70 students. The K–12 school is the only school in the Mitchell School District, which covers sections of Wheeler County, including Mitchell.
Serving 47 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mitchell School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mitchell School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Mitchell, OR, covering approximately 634.8 square miles. Families within the zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.3 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 30.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mitchell School's student population of 47 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mitchell School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
43.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Loggers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell School's ranking?
Mitchell School is ranked #484 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mitchell School?
The graduation rate of Mitchell School is 50%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Mitchell School?
47 students attend Mitchell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mitchell School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell School?
Mitchell School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mitchell School offer ?
Mitchell School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mitchell School part of?
Mitchell School is part of Mitchell SD 55 School District.
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