Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mitchellville Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchellville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mitchellville Elementary School's student population of 244 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Mitchellville Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mitchellville Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchellville Elementary School's ranking?
Mitchellville Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Mitchellville Elementary School?
244 students attend Mitchellville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mitchellville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchellville Elementary School?
Mitchellville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mitchellville Elementary School offer ?
Mitchellville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mitchellville Elementary School part of?
Mitchellville Elementary School is part of Southeast Polk Community School District.
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