Mitchell Elementary School ranked #204 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #189 in 2022 but an improvement from #375 in 2021 among Union County NJ high schools.
In 2023, math proficiency was 45–49%, reading proficiency was 60–64%, and science proficiency was 50–59%, all higher than the state average for Alabama.
Enrollment declined from 384 students in 2017 to 281 in 2023, with minority enrollment steady near 40% and 186 students qualifying for free or reduced–price lunch.
The school served grades Pre–K through 5 with 281 students and maintained a 16:1 student–teacher ratio, consistent with previous years.
Graduation rates ranged from 80% to 90% between 2013 and 2023, generally below the Alabama state average of 88–91%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gadsden area, with students typically within a 5-10 minute drive (average 1.5 mi., furthest 2.8 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 262 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
3 acres
School Motto
It is the mission of R.A. Mitchell Elementary School to provide a safe environment conducive to learning where communication between home and school is ongoing.
School Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
19%
31%
White
62%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gadsden City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Elementary School's ranking?
Mitchell Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Elementary School?
262 students attend Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mitchell Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Elementary School?
Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mitchell Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Elementary School is part of Gadsden City School District.
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