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Mitchell Middle School (2026 Ranking) - Bakersville, NC

Mitchell Middle School

Mitchell Middle School serves 380 students in grades 6-8. 
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 380 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mitchell Middle School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Mitchell Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
White
80%
42%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Mitchell Middle School?
380 students attend Mitchell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mitchell Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Middle School?
Mitchell Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mitchell Middle School offer ?
Mitchell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mitchell Middle School part of?
Mitchell Middle School is part of Mitchell County Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 380 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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