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Mitchell Elementary

Atwater Elementary · Merced County · 1761 Grove Avenue, Atwater, CA 95301-3537

(209) 357-6112 · www.aesd.edu

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6/10
#2387
Rank 2387 out of 5,722
Top 42%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2534 · 56th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #2207 · 61st percentile
Science6/10 · #2631 · 53rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mitchell Elementary sits in the heart of Atwater, a tight-knit Central Valley community where agriculture and small-town pride run deep. The school holds its own academically, with math scores nudging ahead of English and science, making it a solid choice for families planting roots in this affordable, family-friendly corner of Merced County. For parents who want a neighborhood school with a genuine community feel — and don't mind trading big-city amenities for quieter streets and a slower pace — Mitchell fits right in.

Student Demographics

261 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
210 (80%)
White
27 (10%)
Asian
10 (4%)
African American
5 (2%)
Multiple Races
4 (2%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners111 (43%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged226 (87%)
Students with Disabilities52 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

528
Enrollment
25.8
Teachers (FTE)
20.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
19.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #4504 · 26th percentile

33 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found