Mitchell Elementary School

Mitchell Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
187 Brookline St,  Needham, MA
Needham Public Schools
4.7
496 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Gregory Bayse
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
63%
Reading Proficiency
64%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
64%
Math Proficiency
63%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
36
Full Time Teachers
36
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.3%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
18.2%
State Average
7.6%
Science
13.2%
State Average
6.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
218:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.5%
Female
46.5%
White
74.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.4%
Two or more races
6.4%
Hispanic
5.5%
Black
3.5%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 3 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/8/2016
My children loved Mitchell school. I have two kids that went to Mitchell. My daughter graduated from 5th grade last year. The principal who retired in 2015 was a very friendly person and created a nurturing environment. My kids always felt safe and loved going to school. Out of all the teachers I ca...
4.0 parent
12/21/2010
My children love attending Mitchell school. There is a nice environment within the school that is set by the tone of the friendly principal. There are lots of great teachers at Mitchell, however my children have had a few that weren't so good. My son has also complained that school is not challengin...
5.0 parent
12/3/2009

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Mitchell Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Needham, MA, in the Needham neighborhood, and is served by the Needham Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 496 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 63% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Mitchell Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,652,937. Discover additional schools in the area, like Needham High School, Newton South High School, KaiPod Learning, and more. Learn more about what Needham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Mitchell Elementary School.

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