MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mitchell Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Granite City CUSD 9 school district, located in Granite City, IL with about 410 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Mitchell Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mitchell Elementary School, located at 316 E. Chain of Rocks Road in Granite City, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Granite City Community Unit School District #9. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. By providing a structured curriculum and promoting a collaborative atmosphere, the school strives to prepare its young students for successful transitions into the middle school years.

Beyond its academic focus, Mitchell Elementary is deeply integrated into the local Granite City community, functioning as a hub for student engagement and family partnership. The school emphasizes building strong relationships between faculty, parents, and the surrounding neighborhood to ensure each student feels a sense of belonging. Through a variety of programs and dedicated staff, the institution works to nurture the individual needs of its diverse student body, encouraging them to become responsible, curious, and motivated lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Mitchell Elementary School at (618) 931-0057 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.