Serving 663 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter J. Mitchell Elementary serves the southeast part of La Plata, MD, covering an area of approximately 63.7 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 663 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
663 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#518 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Mitch The Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School's ranking?
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School is ranked #518 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School often compared to?
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary H. Matula Elementary School, T. C. Martin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School?
663 students attend Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% 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 Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School?
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School part of?
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School is part of Charles County School District.
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