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.
572
Total Students
43.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for George J Mitchell School
Demographic Student Count
White478
Hispanic35
Black14
Asian7
Two or More36
American Indian2
  • White
    478 (83.6 %)
  • Two or More
    36 (6.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    35 (6.1 %)
  • Black
    14 (2.4 %)
  • Asian
    7 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for George J Mitchell School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten90
Kindergarten108
Grade 1128
Grade 2130
Grade 3116
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for George J Mitchell School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28249.3%
Male29050.7%