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Mary D Mitchell School

Elementary School · Ann Arbor Public Schools

3550 PITTSVIEW DR, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Enrollment

395

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,588 of 3,192

In Ann Arbor

#30 of 37

public schools

In district

#26 of 31

Ann Arbor Public Schools

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Mary D Mitchell School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Ann Arbor · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mary D Mitchell School

Mary D Mitchell School is a public elementary school in Ann Arbor, MI, part of Ann Arbor Public Schools. Mary D Mitchell School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary D Mitchell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,588 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Mary D Mitchell School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mary D Mitchell School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-23.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.7 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,600
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Mary D Mitchell School — Students at Mary D Mitchell School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
18.7%
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Mary D Mitchell School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in MI
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

Location

3550 PITTSVIEW DR, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mary D Mitchell School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clifford E Bryant Comm School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Allen School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMERS-KNOLL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ann Arbor, see our Ann Arbor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Scarlett Middle School Ann Arbor 0.1 mi 5.7
Pittsfield School Ann Arbor 0.9 mi 6.1
ANN ARBOR ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Ann Arbor 1.0 mi
SUMMERS-KNOLL SCHOOL Ann Arbor 1.3 mi 7.5
Carpenter School Ann Arbor 1.2 mi 5.2
Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs Ann Arbor 1.4 mi
Clifford E Bryant Comm School Ann Arbor 1.2 mi 8.6
John Allen School Ann Arbor 1.3 mi 8.1
Correctional Services Ann Arbor 1.5 mi
HEBREW DAY SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor 1.5 mi 5.9
Pathways To Success Academic Campus Ann Arbor 1.6 mi 6.2
Multicultural Academy Ann Arbor 2.1 mi 3.5
Pattengill School Ann Arbor 1.9 mi 6.0
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ann Arbor 2.0 mi 6.8
Fortis Academy Ypsilanti 1.7 mi 5.0
Tappan Middle School Ann Arbor 2.2 mi 8.4
ANN ARBOR CHILDREN'S HOUSE Ann Arbor 2.0 mi
Washtenaw Technical Middle College Ann Arbor 2.4 mi 6.6
Pittsfield Acres Academy Ypsilanti 2.6 mi 6.4
Central Academy Ann Arbor 2.2 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,425

Median Home Value

$378,300

Median Rent

$1,316/mo

Population

27,472

College Educated

64.6%

Homeownership

55.3%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

36.3

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Clio Intermediate School Clio, MI 6.3
Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park, MI 6.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mary D Mitchell School

What grades does Mary D Mitchell School serve?

Mary D Mitchell School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mary D Mitchell School?

Mary D Mitchell School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary D Mitchell School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mary D Mitchell School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mary D Mitchell School rank in MI?

Mary D Mitchell School ranks #1,588 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Mary D Mitchell School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mary D Mitchell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Mary D Mitchell School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary D Mitchell School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mary D Mitchell School a charter school?

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

Is Mary D Mitchell School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary D Mitchell School?

54.2% of students at Mary D Mitchell 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Washtenaw County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

District

Ann Arbor Public Schools
District Enrollment
16,978
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,600
District Rank
#26 of 31

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