Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Millis Road Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Millis Road Elementary serves the southwest part of Jamestown, NC, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Millis Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Millis Road Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Millis Road Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Millis Road Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#458 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
30%
24%
White
34%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millis Road Elementary School's ranking?
Millis Road Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Millis Road Elementary School often compared to?
Millis Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Millis Road Elementary School?
444 students attend Millis Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Millis Road Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Millis Road Elementary School?
Millis Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Millis Road Elementary School offer ?
Millis Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Millis Road Elementary School part of?
Millis Road Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
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