Glenn C Marlow Elementary

1985 Butler Bridge Road
Mills River, NC 28759

www.hendersoncountypublicschoolsnc.org/mar/

562 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Glenn C. Marlow Elementary School, located in Mills River, North Carolina, is a key institution within the Henderson County Public Schools system. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. The campus is designed to encourage academic growth while emphasizing the development of social and emotional skills, aiming to prepare young students for success as they transition to middle school.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Glenn C. Marlow Elementary is known for its active school community and dedicated staff. The school benefits from its location in the scenic Mills River area, creating a close-knit atmosphere that promotes strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. With a focus on high standards and a holistic approach to education, the school strives to provide a nurturing setting where children are encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their full potential.

562

Total Students

35.2

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

30.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Glenn C Marlow Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	443
Hispanic	58
Black	18
Asian	18
Two or More	20
Pacific Islander	5

White
443 (78.8%)
Hispanic
58 (10.3%)
Two or More
20 (3.6%)
Black
18 (3.2%)
Asian
18 (3.2%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.9%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Henderson County Schools
Phone:	(828)654-3225
Website:	http://www.hendersoncountypublicschoolsnc.org/mar/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	562
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	35.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	160
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	10

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 85

Grade 1 93

Grade 2 89

Grade 3 93

Grade 4 90

Grade 5 112