George J Mitchell School
572 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.
572
Total Students
43.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 478 |
| Hispanic | 35 |
| Black | 14 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 36 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White478 (83.6 %)
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Two or More36 (6.3 %)
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Hispanic35 (6.1 %)
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Black14 (2.4 %)
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Asian7 (1.2 %)
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American Indian2 (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: | Waterville Public Schools |
| Phone: | (207)873-0695 |
| Website: | http://gjm.wtvl.k12.me.us/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 3rd |
| Total Students: | 572 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 43.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 359 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 34 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
90
Kindergarten
108
Grade 1
128
Grade 2
130
Grade 3
116
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 90 |
| Kindergarten | 108 |
| Grade 1 | 128 |
| Grade 2 | 130 |
| Grade 3 | 116 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 282 | 49.3% |
| Male | 290 | 50.7% |
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