Average
#200 of 542 schools in ME
Top 37% in state
Horace Mitchell Primary School
Elementary School · Kittery Public Schools
7 School Lane, Kittery Point, ME 03905
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#200 of 542
In district
#2 of 3
Kittery Public Schools
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Horace Mitchell Primary School
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About Horace Mitchell Primary School
Horace Mitchell Primary School is a public elementary school in Kittery Point, ME, part of Kittery Public Schools. Horace Mitchell Primary School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Horace Mitchell Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Horace Mitchell Primary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Horace Mitchell Primary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Horace Mitchell Primary School — Students at Horace Mitchell Primary School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 89%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.9/10.
How Horace Mitchell Primary School Compares
See how Horace Mitchell Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7 School Lane, Kittery Point, ME 03905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horace Mitchell Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rye Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Franklin School (rated 9.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary C. Dondero Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kittery Point, see our Kittery Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maude H. Trefethen School New Castle | 1.5 mi | — |
| Robert W Traip Academy Kittery | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Shapleigh School Kittery | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Little Harbour School Portsmouth | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| PEEP School - Pre School Program Portsmouth | 2.9 mi | — |
| Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| BRIXHAM MONTESSORI FRIENDS SCHOOL York | 4.4 mi | — |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
| York Middle School York | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Village Elementary School-York York | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
| New Franklin School Portsmouth | 3.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Rye Elementary School Rye | 4.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Mary C. Dondero Elementary School Portsmouth | 4.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Coastal Ridge Elementary York | 5.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Eliot Elementary School Eliot | 5.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Portsmouth | 5.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Rye Junior High School Rye | 6.0 mi | 9.1 |
| York High School York | 6.0 mi | 8.0 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot | 5.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Marshwood Middle School Eliot | 6.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,519
Median Home Value
$485,400
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
1,970
College Educated
67.4%
Homeownership
88.1%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Median Age
52.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belgrade Central School Belgrade, ME | 6.8 |
| China Primary School China, ME | 6.8 |
| Greene Central School Greene, ME | 6.8 |
| Memorial School New Gloucester, ME | 6.8 |
| Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science Gray, ME | 6.7 |
| H B Emery Jr Memorial School Limington, ME | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horace Mitchell Primary School
What grades does Horace Mitchell Primary School serve?
Horace Mitchell Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Horace Mitchell Primary School?
Horace Mitchell Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horace Mitchell Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Horace Mitchell Primary School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Horace Mitchell Primary School rank in ME?
Horace Mitchell Primary School ranks #200 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Horace Mitchell Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Horace Mitchell Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Horace Mitchell Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horace Mitchell Primary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Horace Mitchell Primary School a charter school?
No, Horace Mitchell Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horace Mitchell Primary School a Title I school?
No, Horace Mitchell Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horace Mitchell Primary School?
13.5% of students at Horace Mitchell Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (207) 439-1707
Resources & Links
District
Kittery Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 933
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,127
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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