J. W. Mitchell High School, is a public high school in Trinity, Florida, located next to Seven Springs Middle School. Its current principal is Jessica Schultz. It is one of the largest schools in the Pasco County Schools district. The school opened on August 14, 2000.
Serving 2,201 students in grades 9-12, James W. Mitchell High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
James W. Mitchell High School's student population of 2,201 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
James W. Mitchell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James W. Mitchell High School is 0.50, 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
#1218 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
18%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pasco School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James W. Mitchell High School's ranking?
James W. Mitchell High School is ranked #1218 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 Sunlake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend James W. Mitchell High School?
2,201 students attend James W. Mitchell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of James W. Mitchell High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
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 (No virtual instruction).
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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