Mitchell High School

1205 Potter Drive

School District

Colorado Springs 11
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:16
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 01, 2019

Excellent. Great support from Administration and Staff
Submitted by student on April 16, 2019

The best school this school is the best I been to 3 others and this one is the best
Submitted by parent on April 04, 2019

we were very satisfied with Mitchell for a long time. however this year, they let their college prep staff go in the middle of prep season. They replaced her with someone who has little understanding of all of the requirements and rules for applying to various colleges which has made it a struggle. My daughter has has support up until this year, the year she needs it most. they are also getting rid many of their "elective" classes, like automotive and others. I am concerned about the low cost clinic they are installing in their school for the neighborhood, as I'm concerned about the safety of students and staff if they store drugs in the clinic. I like the school, and I like the fact that they allow college classes to be taken in school for college credits. most of the teachers are amazing. Leadership leaves something to be desired.
Submitted by student on September 17, 2017

Very good and I love their food and how most of the teachers treat me
Submitted by parent on January 14, 2017

There is a an exponential amount of support from the teachers. We've been a part of D-11 from the beginning, and have never had an experience like we have had with Mitchell. We were leary in the beginning, due to the reputation, but it's incredible how far off base those accusations were. My children thrive here, trust the staff, have no problems with the students, and I couldn't be more thankful. It's a blessing to know our children are being taken care of in our absence. Even though they are teenagers, they still need love and support. Fantastic job, M.H.S. Thank you for empowering my children by letting them know you care!
Submitted by other on August 26, 2015

I'm starting school here tomarrow and I'm known new nervus Palmer wanted take me so I have go here I'm a senior I hope I really hope nothing goes wrong in m from Texas thought to be very respectful to teachers and if anything happens I don't want to be in that spot
Submitted by teacher on July 11, 2015

I feel like Mitchell is a decent school however the teachers are not teaching the majority of the students at their level. Truth is yes this school has more kids on a elementary reading level but they are being taught over there head which caused many of them to have to attend summer school if they want to pass. I noticed that most kids who get retained end up dropping out of school all together. I feel like they teachers don't gel together. I also feel like you have more teachers who teach at a college level. There is alot of gangs, bullying and fights that go on here. I am pulling my son out no matter what this year because I know he is a smart kid and has the ability to learn and pass. Being in this trifling environment I feel has not corrupted him, but he so busy playing survival he struggles in this school. I noticed that the teachers from summer school are teachers who break down concepts and the kids get it!!!!! I asked where majority of these teachers teach. Most say Palmer or Doughtery. Now imagine that. These schools have had some problems with teen drugs and death but they still are the a couple of the best high schools in the local area. I am speaking from experience as a teacher. My oldest child went here and you would have think I would have learned. If it weren't due to having a house in the area I would have taken them both out. My student wants to attend college. It has been a very hard decision but I am moving without regret so that he has a chance to be in a school that will not let him fall through the cracks1
Submitted by parent on February 10, 2015

I was nervous to put my daughter into this school because it is not in a good area of town. But I am happy with the school and the teachers. My daughter loves it there. She has made a lot of friends and her grades are good. They have a lot to offer.
Submitted by teacher on June 14, 2014

From a teacher's point of view...My daughter taught at this school for a year and she said it was the worst experience she's ever had. She said most of the kids are at a fourth grade level education while many of them can hardly read or write. When she first started there, the other teachers warned her that she couldn't expect nearly the same things from these students as the other schools she had taught at and that they were strongly encouraged to pass them regardless of their grades so that Mitchell would not be shut down. The teachers would actually be reprimanded if they gave out too many failing grades. She also said that the parent involvement was terrible and that many of the kids were completely unruly and the school wouldn't back her when she tried to enforce discipline. Even the good students couldn't learn because of the behavior of the disruptive students. She would sometimes go home in tears because of her frustration. I believe a school should be accountable and people deserve to have the insider facts about this school, not just what parents and students see. If you value your child's education, don't send them to Mitchell.
Submitted by parent on June 12, 2014

I have to say we heard nohing but bad about Mitchell. But after my daughter going there for 3 years and graduating a year early. I think it is an awesome school. The teachers and new principle CARE about the kids. The school has went though lts of changes. I do not agree with the rating of a 3. My daughter loved it!!!! o you can't judge a school til you go there.
Submitted by student on January 13, 2013

I am now a junior at Mitchell and I truly do not agree with the comments saying that it is a bad school. I have taken the hardest classes that I can and I have had major academic success. My teachers care about how I do in school and they encourage me to push myself to my highest potential. Just for the record, there is a lot of misunderstanding about the school. The area that the school was placed is not one of the best areas in town anymore, but that does not mean that the school is any worse than it used to be. There are multiple college level classes that you can get credit for from CU Denver. If you want to believe that this is a bad school I encourage you to take a tour and see the family that has grown out of the students and faculty. No school is perfect, but if you want a safer environment then I would highly recommend this school. It has a zero fighting policy and it does not have even half of the drug problems that many of the schools have in the rest of the springs. ( Yes that includes Pine Creek and Cheyenne Mountain)
Submitted by other on March 06, 2012

-20...it is across the street from gang infested projects. We are moving so that my grandchildren will not be STUCK attending this sub-par excuse for a school. It is NOT a good school nor "MISUNDERSTOOD". Clean out the trash and Mitchell may have 1/2 a chance of being semi-decent.
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2011

The principal can not write a complete sentence. That spells disaster for leadership. The teachers and principal did not follow through on plans to help my child. How am I supposed to show my student that doing school work is important to learning when the teachers gave him an A with half of the work missing? On July 11, 2011, a parent submitted that Mitchell "has the best JFROTC program." However these are some of the instructors who give As when major portions of work are missing. The instructors repeatedly failed to answer my emails about the situation. When they did answer, it was just empty assurances that they would make sure my student did his work. They didn't, and neither did he. This series of classes is supposed to teach acedemic responsibility and leadership, but completely fails at both. My wife and I also met with the principal to address my student's poor academic progress. We all agreed on a plan to address the situation. The next day, he met with my student, and told him something completely counter to what we had agreed. Again, my student was allowed to do nothing toward completing his work, and still get good grades as well as participate in activities.
Submitted by parent on July 11, 2011

Mitchell High School is a great school. It is like all high schools with the occasional drama, but overall has a safe and caring learning environment. I would recommend this school to any family. Please don't listen to what others have to say, go by and check the school out for yourself. There is no perfect school. The staff will make sure your child receives an education if they want one. They are always willing to share their time, whether it is before, after, or during their personal time at school. It has the best JFROTC program in Colorado, with nearly 400 students enrolled, and they offer many other opportunities for your child to get involved with. The population is very diverse, the students love that about the school. The best way to ensure your child a great high school experience is to get involved with their school.