Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mitchell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mitchell Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Mitchell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#687 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
33%
28%
Black
8%
17%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Elementary School's ranking?
Mitchell Elementary School is ranked #687 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mitchell Elementary School often compared to?
Mitchell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Talcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Elementary School?
388 students attend Mitchell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mitchell Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mitchell Elementary School?
Mitchell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mitchell Elementary School offer ?
Mitchell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mitchell Elementary School part of?
Mitchell Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mitchell Elementary School located?
Mitchell Elementary School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School: K-8
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of School: Pre-K
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
Middle School Open House
September 11, 2025 (Thursday)
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