Needs Improvement
#2556 of 2,648 schools in NC
N B Mills Elementary
Elementary School · Iredell-Statesville Schools
1410 Pearl St, Statesville, NC 28677
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,556 of 2,648
In Statesville
#19 of 22
public schools
In district
#34 of 38
Iredell-Statesville Schools
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N B Mills Elementary
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About N B Mills Elementary
N B Mills Elementary is a public elementary school in Statesville, NC, part of Iredell-Statesville Schools. N B Mills Elementary serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. N B Mills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,556 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for N B Mills Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at N B Mills Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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N B Mills Elementary — Students at N B Mills Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How N B Mills Elementary Compares
See how N B Mills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1410 Pearl St, Statesville, NC 28677
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering N B Mills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STATESVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cloverleaf Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, American Renaissance School (rated 4.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Statesville, see our Statesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Collaborative College for Technology Statesville | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Crossroads Arts Sciences Early College Statesville | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Statesville High Statesville | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Statesville | 1.3 mi | — |
| American Renaissance School Statesville | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| STATESVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Statesville | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Northview Academy Statesville | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Success Institute Charter Statesville | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Oakwood Middle IB School Statesville | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SOUTHVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Statesville | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| STATESVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Statesville | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ISS Virtual Academy Statesville | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Statesville | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Cloverleaf Elementary Statesville | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY Statesville | 4.3 mi | — |
| Discovery Program at The Springs Statesville | 4.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Third Creek Elementary Statesville | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| REDEEMER PREPARATORY ACADEMY Statesville | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Third Creek Middle Statesville | 4.1 mi | 2.5 |
| South Iredell High Statesville | 4.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28677 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,081
Median Home Value
$207,000
Median Rent
$861/mo
Population
37,628
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dana Elementary Hendersonville, NC | 3.1 |
| Ferguson-Easley Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 3.1 |
| Zeb Vance Elementary Kittrell, NC | 3.1 |
| Dabney Elementary Henderson, NC | 3.0 |
| Dilworth Elem Sedgefield Campus Charlotte, NC | 3.0 |
| Grove Park Elementary Burlington, NC | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about N B Mills Elementary
What grades does N B Mills Elementary serve?
N B Mills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend N B Mills Elementary?
N B Mills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at N B Mills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at N B Mills Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does N B Mills Elementary rank in NC?
N B Mills Elementary ranks #2,556 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is N B Mills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
N B Mills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at N B Mills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, N B Mills Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is N B Mills Elementary a charter school?
No, N B Mills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is N B Mills Elementary a Title I school?
No, N B Mills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for N B Mills Elementary?
98.2% of students at N B Mills Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Iredell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.4%
- Phone
- (704) 873-8498
Resources & Links
District
Iredell-Statesville Schools- District Enrollment
- 20,721
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,291
- District Rank
- #34 of 38
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