Mills River Seventh–day Adventist School in Mills River, NC, serves 43 students in kindergarten through 8th grade within a suburban community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with a total of 5 teachers supporting its co–ed regular elementary and secondary programs.
Affiliated with the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, the school follows a Seventh Day Adventist religious orientation.
The student body includes approximately 2.1 percent students of color, reflecting limited racial diversity.
Located in a large suburb, this Mills River private school offers a faith–based education option for families seeking K–8 programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: To increase in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mills River Seventh-day Adventist School often compared to?
Mills River Seventh-day Adventist School is often viewed alongside schools like Captain Gilmer School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Mills River Seventh-day Adventist School?
The application deadline for Mills River Seventh-day Adventist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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