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Mitchell Elementary School

1501 NOCCALULA RD, GADSDEN, AL 35901

About Mitchell Elementary School

Mitchell Elementary School is a public school in Gadsden, Alabama, that teaches kids from Pre-K to 5th grade. The school has about 350 to 400 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 13 to 1, which means that classes are smaller and students get more personalized instruction. The school follows a standard elementary school curriculum that focuses on basic subjects like reading, math, and science. Other classes, like art, music, and physical education, help make sure that students get a well-rounded education. Mitchell Elementary also offers extra academic help to students who need it, such as Title I-funded interventions and enrichment programs. The student body is diverse, with about 85–90% of students being minorities, mostly African American and Hispanic. This makes for a culturally rich learning environment. Recent data on proficiency shows that 38% of students are good at math and 46% are good at reading/ELA, which is a better outcome for literacy. The school is in a residential area of Gadsden and is known for being involved in the community, having helpful staff, and being friendly.

Mitchell Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1501 NOCCALULA RD, GADSDEN, AL 35901

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Phone

(256) 546-2711

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 47%
Reading 62%
State average proficiency is 47% in Math and 62% in Reading.
18
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
281
Total Students
$64233
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 97 IN STEM IN STATE

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
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  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 63.1%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 7.1%
Black 24.3%
Two+ Races 4.7%
Native Am. 0%
White
63.1%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
7.1%
Black
24.3%
Two+ Races
4.7%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 281
50.6%
142 Female
49.4%
139 Male

Student Population

281 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

201 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

People have praised Mitchell Elementary School for its dedication to doing well in school and helping the community. The school recently had a fun Fall Book Fair and Open House that got families and students excited about reading and learning about school resources. The event showed how much the school wants every student to love reading and learning.

FAQ

Q1. What grades does Mitchell Elementary School have?

Ans. Mitchell Elementary School is for kids in Pre-K through 5th grade.

Q2. Does Mitchell Elementary have activities outside of school?

Ans. Yes, the school has classes in music, art, and physical education.

Q3. Is Mitchell Elementary a part of a public school system?

Ans. Yes, it is a public school in the Gadsden City School District.

Q4. What kinds of help with schoolwork are available to students?

Ans. The school has Title I-funded programs and interventions to help students who need extra help.

Q5. How does Mitchell Elementary School work with families and the community?

Ans. The school encourages people in the community to get involved by holding events, offering volunteer opportunities, and getting parents involved.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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