Serving 605 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 25%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#501 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
21%
33%
White
56%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School's ranking?
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 1,347 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 25% 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?
605 students attend Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 16:1, 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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