Serving 744 students in grades 7-8, Mitchell Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mitchell Intermediate's student population of 744 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
744 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Mitchell Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchell Intermediate is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5494 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell Intermediate's ranking?
Mitchell Intermediate is ranked #5494 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mitchell Intermediate?
744 students attend Mitchell Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mitchell Intermediate students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Intermediate?
Mitchell Intermediate has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mitchell Intermediate offer ?
Mitchell Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Mitchell Intermediate part of?
Mitchell Intermediate is part of Atwater Elementary School District.
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