Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Long Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Long Mill Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Long Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long Mill Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1099 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
32%
25%
White
36%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Long Mill Elementary School is ranked #1099 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Long Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Long Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Youngsville Academy, Edward Best Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Long Mill Elementary School?
412 students attend Long Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Long Mill Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long Mill Elementary School?
Long Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Long Mill Elementary School offer ?
Long Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Long Mill Elementary School part of?
Long Mill Elementary School is part of Franklin County Schools School District.
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