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Mitchell Elementary School

Elementary School · Bridgewater-Raynham

500 South Street, Bridgewater, MA 02324

Enrollment

945

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

2.6

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,787 of 1,793

In Bridgewater

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Bridgewater-Raynham

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Mitchell Elementary School

2.6/10

Elementary School in Bridgewater · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.0/10

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About Mitchell Elementary School

Mitchell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bridgewater, MA, part of Bridgewater-Raynham. Mitchell Elementary School serves approximately 945 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mitchell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,787 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mitchell Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 MCAS)
vs. Expected-15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,425
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Mitchell Elementary School — Students at Mitchell Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2022)
ELA Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2022)

Based on 36 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
52.5%
ELA
61.5%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.

How Mitchell Elementary School Compares

See how Mitchell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.6/10
0th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

Location

500 South Street, Bridgewater, MA 02324

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mitchell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby East Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edgar B Davis (rated 5.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Brockton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gordon W. Mitchell School (rated 5.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby East Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgewater, see our Bridgewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Williams Intermediate School Bridgewater 0.5 mi 3.0
Bridgewater Middle School Bridgewater 0.9 mi 5.0
Therapeutic Day School Bridgewater 0.9 mi
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional Bridgewater 1.2 mi 4.9
FL CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL Middleboro 3.1 mi 7.9
ANCHOR ACADEMY Middleboro 3.1 mi 5.9
Howard School West Bridgewater 3.4 mi 5.4
East Bridgewater JR./SR. High School East Bridgewater 3.7 mi 5.0
Spring Street School West Bridgewater 3.5 mi 4.3
West Bridgewater Junior/Senior West Bridgewater 3.6 mi 6.4
Central East Bridgewater 3.9 mi 8.8
Gordon W. Mitchell School East Bridgewater 4.0 mi 5.5
Raynham Middle School Raynham 3.6 mi 3.3
Laliberte Elementary School Raynham 3.8 mi 4.0
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF MA East Bridgewater 4.5 mi
Rose L Macdonald West Bridgewater 4.1 mi 4.0
Merrill Elementary School Raynham 4.0 mi 4.1
Edgar B Davis Brockton 5.5 mi 5.6
New Heights Charter School of Brockton Brockton 5.4 mi 6.1
PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton 6.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,445

Median Home Value

$500,600

Median Rent

$1,975/mo

Population

26,022

College Educated

39.6%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

41.3

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Richer Marlborough, MA 2.4
Sumner G. Whittier School Everett, MA 2.4
Madeline English School Everett, MA 3.0
Williams Intermediate School Bridgewater, MA 3.0
E J Harrington Lynn, MA 3.1
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford, MA 3.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mitchell Elementary School

What grades does Mitchell Elementary School serve?

Mitchell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Mitchell Elementary School?

Mitchell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 945 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mitchell Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mitchell Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mitchell Elementary School rank in MA?

Mitchell Elementary School ranks #1,787 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mitchell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mitchell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mitchell Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mitchell Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mitchell Elementary School a charter school?

No, Mitchell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mitchell Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mitchell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
945
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

Bridgewater-Raynham
District Enrollment
5,582
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,425
District Rank
#7 of 7

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