Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mitchell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Elementary School's ranking?
Mitchell Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Mitchell Elementary School often compared to?
Mitchell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geil Elementary School, Morrill Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Elementary School?
352 students attend Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mitchell Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mitchell Elementary School?
Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mitchell Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Elementary School is part of Mitchell School District.
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