George J Mitchell School
532 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 3rd
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 418 |
| Hispanic | 34 |
| Black | 17 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 54 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White418 (78.6%)
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Two or More54 (10.2%)
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Hispanic34 (6.4%)
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Black17 (3.2%)
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Asian6 (1.1%)
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American Indian2 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 74 |
| Kindergarten | 115 |
| Grade 1 | 109 |
| Grade 2 | 115 |
| Grade 3 | 119 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 269 | 50.6% |
| Male | 263 | 49.4% |
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