Serving 2,155 students in grades 9-12, James W. Mitchell High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James W. Mitchell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James W. Mitchell High School's student population of 2,155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
James W. Mitchell High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James W. Mitchell High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#928 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James W. Mitchell High School's ranking?
James W. Mitchell High School is ranked #928 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James W. Mitchell High School often compared to?
James W. Mitchell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gulf High School, River Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of James W. Mitchell High School?
The graduation rate of James W. Mitchell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend James W. Mitchell High School?
2,155 students attend James W. Mitchell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of James W. Mitchell High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James W. Mitchell High School?
James W. Mitchell High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James W. Mitchell High School offer ?
James W. Mitchell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is James W. Mitchell High School part of?
James W. Mitchell High School is part of Pasco School District.
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