For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 437 students in Mitchell, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mitchell, IN are Burris Elementary School and Mitchell Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mitchell, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mitchell have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mitchell, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Burris Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1755 Hancock Ave
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-2509
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-2509
Grades: 3-5
| 140 students
Rank: #22.
Mitchell Jr High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1010 Bishop Blvd
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3747
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3747
Grades: 6-8
| 114 students
Rank: n/an/a
1081 Teke Burton Dr
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3834
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3834
Grades: PK-2
| 183 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Mitchell, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mitchell, IN include Burris Elementary School and Mitchell Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mitchell?
3 public elementary schools are located in Mitchell.
What is the racial composition of students in Mitchell?
Mitchell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Mitchell are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Mitchell include: Hatfield Elementary School vs. Burris Elementary School, Burris Elementary School vs. Hatfield Elementary School
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