Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glenn C Marlow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenn C Marlow Elementary serves the northwest part of Mills River, NC, covering an area of approximately 25.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenn C Marlow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenn C Marlow Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenn C Marlow Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenn C Marlow Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#138 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)83%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
3%
24%
White
79%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Available
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn C Marlow Elementary School's ranking?
Glenn C Marlow Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Glenn C Marlow Elementary School often compared to?
Glenn C Marlow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mills River Elementary School, Fletcher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Glenn C Marlow Elementary School?
562 students attend Glenn C Marlow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Glenn C Marlow Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenn C Marlow Elementary School?
Glenn C Marlow Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glenn C Marlow Elementary School offer ?
Glenn C Marlow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenn C Marlow Elementary School part of?
Glenn C Marlow Elementary School is part of Henderson County Schools.
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