Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mitchell Community Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mitchell Community Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
589 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Mitchell Community Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Community Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3861 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
4%
12%

Hispanic
60%
56%

Black
5%
5%

White
25%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Community Elementary School's ranking?
Mitchell Community Elementary School is ranked #3861 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mitchell Community Elementary School often compared to?
Mitchell Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sulphur Springs Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Community Elementary School?
589 students attend Mitchell Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mitchell Community Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mitchell Community Elementary School?
Mitchell Community Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mitchell Community Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mitchell Community Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Community Elementary School is part of Sulphur Springs Union School District.
School Reviews
2 8/20/2012
The academic programs at Mitchell are very good; most of the teachers make learning fun and easy for children. However, there are no music or art classes available due to budget cuts. The P.E. is truly awful; it is too taxing on students (grades 5-6). More than one child has vomited and another fainted. In addition to all of these problems, the principal has made changes that alienate parents and kids.
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