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#1261 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 48% in state
Sunny View Elementary School
Elementary School · Polk County Schools
86 Sunny View School Road, Mill Spring, NC 28756
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,261 of 2,648
In Mill Spring
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Polk County Schools
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Sunny View Elementary School
Elementary School in Mill Spring · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunny View Elementary School
Sunny View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mill Spring, NC, part of Polk County Schools. Sunny View Elementary School serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunny View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,261 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Sunny View Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, Sunny View Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Sunny View Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
40% of students at Sunny View Elementary School 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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Sunny View Elementary School — Students at Sunny View Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
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: 4.5/10.
How Sunny View Elementary School Compares
See how Sunny View Elementary School 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
86 Sunny View School Road, Mill Spring, NC 28756
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunny View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saluda Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Saluda), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rutherfordton Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Rutherfordton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Polk Central Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 6.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mill Spring, see our Mill Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Lure Classical Academy Lake Lure | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Polk County Middle School Mill Spring | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Polk Central Elementary School Mill Spring | 6.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Polk County High School Columbus | 7.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Polk County Early College Columbus | 7.4 mi | 9.6 |
| ASHEVILLE ACADEMY Black Mountain | 10.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Tryon Elementary School Tryon | 11.4 mi | 7.6 |
| PINE RIDGE MENNONITE SCHOOL Rutherfordton | 10.2 mi | — |
| TIMBERSONG ACADEMY - BAT CAVE Hendersonville | 10.9 mi | — |
| Edneyville Elementary Hendersonville | 10.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Dana Elementary Hendersonville | 11.0 mi | 3.1 |
| O. P. Earle Elementary Landrum | 13.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Landrum Middle Landrum | 13.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Pinnacle Elementary School Rutherfordton | 11.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Saluda Elementary School Saluda | 13.0 mi | 9.1 |
| R-S Middle School Rutherfordton | 11.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Rutherfordton Elementary School Rutherfordton | 12.1 mi | 8.3 |
| R-S Central High School Rutherfordton | 12.3 mi | 6.9 |
| UPWARD ADVENTIST SCHOOL Flat Rock | 12.8 mi | — |
| Sugarloaf Elementary Hendersonville | 12.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,112
Median Home Value
$275,000
Median Rent
$662/mo
Population
4,468
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
35.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
46
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|---|---|
| HILLSBOROUGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hillsborough, NC | 6.5 |
| HOPE ACADEMY GSO Greensboro, NC | 6.5 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havelock, NC | 6.4 |
| BNAI SHALOM DAY SCHOOL Greensboro, NC | 6.6 |
| Colerain Elementary Colerain, NC | 6.4 |
| Lee Woodard Elementary Black Creek, NC | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunny View Elementary School
What grades does Sunny View Elementary School serve?
Sunny View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunny View Elementary School?
Sunny View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunny View Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunny View Elementary School rank in NC?
Sunny View Elementary School ranks #1,261 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Sunny View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunny View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Sunny View Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunny View Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sunny View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunny View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunny View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunny View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunny View Elementary School?
97.6% of students at Sunny View Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (828) 894-1050
Resources & Links
District
Polk County Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,156
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,041
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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