Serving 616 students in grades 3-6, Gordon W. Mitchell School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Gordon W. Mitchell School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The Mitchell Middle School as a learning community, is dedicated to maximizing the opportunity for each student to fully challenge her/his intellectual capacity while developing social responsibility and a healthy physical and emotional well being.
Gordon W. Mitchell School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon W. Mitchell School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#825 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
82%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Gordon W. Mitchell School's ranking?
Gordon W. Mitchell School is ranked #825 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Gordon W. Mitchell School often compared to?
Gordon W. Mitchell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central, Edgar B Davis by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Gordon W. Mitchell School?
616 students attend Gordon W. Mitchell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Gordon W. Mitchell School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% 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 Gordon W. Mitchell School?
Gordon W. Mitchell School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gordon W. Mitchell School offer ?
Gordon W. Mitchell School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gordon W. Mitchell School part of?
Gordon W. Mitchell School is part of East Bridgewater School District.
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