Mitchell Elementary School
Grades: K-5
Students: 519
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 20:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
200 Rubey Drive
Golden, CO 80403
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 982-5874
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
10/10
NA
EquityNA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness8/10
Read what parents are saying about Mitchell Elementary School
Parent perspective – school culture and low academic rigor make class feel like a grindAt back-to-school night, I was impressed by the enthusiasm and creativity described for the year ahead. When I later observed those lessons in action, though, they felt more limited than expected. Activities leane
Posted by a parent on 10/23/2025Our experience at Mitchell was defined by two things: fantastic teachers and a deeply concerning administration. The quality of the educators and the friendships my child made are the only reasons we did not leave sooner.Unfortunately, Principal Janelle Nelson Gardner’s leadership has had a damaging
Posted by a parent on 8/5/2025For some reason the school is no longer focused on academics. Homework which used to be 4 times a week dropped to once weekly and now it’s completely optional. Teachers do not give out homework, instead parents have to log in to print out the optional homework. Why?
Posted by a parent on 2/24/2025After a year at another elementary school, I can truly reflect on the experience. The principal is inadequate and focused on social justice rather than academics. The office staff made me uncomfortable. Essentially the principal doesn’t want parents involved inside the school. I was in a PTA meeting
Posted by a parent on 2/17/2024Friendly teachers, I enjoy the clean school.
Posted by a parent on 3/29/2022Nearby Schools
Browse other schools near Mitchell Elementary SchoolGolden schools - Mitchell Elementary School is located at 200 Rubey Drive, Golden CO 80403. Mitchell Elementary School is in the Jeffco Public Schools. Mitchell Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-5.
