Horace Mitchell Primary School
315 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 3rd
School Overview
Horace Mitchell Primary School, located in the historic and scenic community of Kittery Point, Maine, serves as the primary educational hub for the town’s youngest learners. As part of the Kittery School Department, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while encouraging social and emotional growth. Its location in a quiet, coastal neighborhood provides a unique, small-town atmosphere that prioritizes community engagement and a personalized approach to early childhood education.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to creating a safe and inclusive space where children in the early grade levels can thrive. By integrating a rigorous curriculum with hands-on learning experiences, Horace Mitchell aims to spark curiosity and prepare students for their future academic endeavors. Through strong partnerships between teachers, families, and the surrounding Kittery community, the school emphasizes the development of the "whole child," ensuring that students not only excel in their studies but also develop the confidence and character necessary to succeed in a collaborative school environment.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to creating a safe and inclusive space where children in the early grade levels can thrive. By integrating a rigorous curriculum with hands-on learning experiences, Horace Mitchell aims to spark curiosity and prepare students for their future academic endeavors. Through strong partnerships between teachers, families, and the surrounding Kittery community, the school emphasizes the development of the "whole child," ensuring that students not only excel in their studies but also develop the confidence and character necessary to succeed in a collaborative school environment.
315
Total Students
33.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 244 |
| Hispanic | 39 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White244 (77.5%)
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Hispanic39 (12.4%)
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Two or More21 (6.7%)
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Black6 (1.9%)
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Asian3 (1.0%)
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American Indian1 (0.3%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Kittery Public Schools |
| Phone: | (207)439-1707 |
| Website: | http://horacemitchell.kitteryschools.com/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 3rd |
| Total Students: | 315 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Provision 2 |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 49 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
33
Kindergarten
79
Grade 1
71
Grade 2
67
Grade 3
65
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 33 |
| Kindergarten | 79 |
| Grade 1 | 71 |
| Grade 2 | 67 |
| Grade 3 | 65 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 144 | 45.7% |
| Male | 171 | 54.3% |
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