Naturally Grown School in Mills River, NC, serves 18 students in grades pre–kindergarten through sixth grade within a rural community setting.
The school operates as a co–ed, nonsectarian elementary program with a total of three teachers and a student–teacher ratio of 6:1.
Enrollment includes 14.29% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity in the student body.
As a rural private school, Naturally Grown School provides education for early childhood through early elementary grades with a focus on small class sizes.
The school is one of several private options in the Mills River area, with nearby schools offering programs through higher grade levels.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Naturally Grown School?
The application deadline for Naturally Grown School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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