Mitchell School is a public school in Mitchell in the U.S. state of Oregon with an enrollment of about 70 students. The K–12 school is the only school in the Mitchell School District, which covers sections of Wheeler County, including Mitchell.
Serving 47 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mitchell School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mitchell School's student population of 47 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Mitchell School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
62%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Loggers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell School's ranking?
Mitchell School is ranked #484 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mitchell School?
The graduation rate of Mitchell School is 50%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mitchell School?
47 students attend Mitchell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mitchell School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell School?
Mitchell School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mitchell School offer ?
Mitchell School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mitchell School part of?
Mitchell School is part of Mitchell SD 55 School District.
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