Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Millbrook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Millbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Millbrook Elementary School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Millbrook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Millbrook Elementary School is 0.64, which is less 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
#2104 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
38%
20%
Black
45%
25%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Millbrook Elementary School is ranked #2104 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Millbrook Elementary School?
529 students attend Millbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Millbrook Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Millbrook Elementary School?
Millbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Millbrook Elementary School offer ?
Millbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Millbrook Elementary School part of?
Millbrook Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Millbrook Elementary School located?
Millbrook Elementary School is located in the North Hills neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 7 other public schools located in North Hills.
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