Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William Mitchell ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: William Mitchell serves the northeast part of Needham, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about a mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Mitchell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William Mitchell's student population of 424 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
William Mitchell ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Mitchell is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#226 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
76%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Mitchell's ranking?
William Mitchell is ranked #226 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are William Mitchell often compared to?
William Mitchellis often viewed alongside schools like Newman Elementary School, Broadmeadow by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend William Mitchell?
424 students attend William Mitchell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of William Mitchell students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Mitchell?
William Mitchell has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does William Mitchell offer ?
William Mitchell offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Mitchell part of?
William Mitchell is part of Needham School District.
In what neighborhood is William Mitchell located?
William Mitchell is located in the Needham Heights neighborhood of Needham, MA.
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