School Overview
The George J. Mitchell School, located at 58 Drummond Ave in Waterville, Maine, serves as a primary educational facility for the local community, typically catering to students in the early elementary grades (Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 2). As part of the Waterville Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes foundational learning, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills. The school is named in honor of George J. Mitchell, the former U.S. Senator and diplomat, reflecting a commitment to community service and civic engagement.

The school environment is designed to provide young learners with a nurturing space that encourages curiosity and collaborative discovery. By emphasizing a holistic approach to education, George J. Mitchell School works closely with families and the broader Waterville community to ensure that students receive the academic support and resources necessary to build a strong start to their educational journeys. Through its structured curriculum and focus on early childhood development, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to higher grade levels within the district.
532
Total Students
42.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for George J Mitchell School
Demographic Student Count
White418
Hispanic34
Black17
Asian6
Two or More54
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    418 (78.6%)
  • Two or More
    54 (10.2%)
  • Hispanic
    34 (6.4%)
  • Black
    17 (3.2%)
  • Asian
    6 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
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: Waterville Public Schools
Phone: (207)873-0695
Website: http://gjm.wtvl.k12.me.us/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 3rd
Total Students: 532
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 359
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 74
Kindergarten 115
Grade 1 109
Grade 2 115
Grade 3 119

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for George J Mitchell School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten74
Kindergarten115
Grade 1109
Grade 2115
Grade 3119
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for George J Mitchell School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26950.6%
Male26349.4%