RIVER MILL ACADEMY

River Mill Academy is a Title I public charter school that is part of the River Mill Academy school district, located in Graham, NC with about 796 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, River Mill Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

River Mill Academy, located in Graham, North Carolina, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The school operates with a focus on a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and community involvement. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a structured learning environment, River Mill aims to provide a personalized educational experience that prepares students for the challenges of higher education and their future professional careers.

Beyond academics, River Mill Academy is known for its strong sense of community and school spirit. The institution integrates extracurricular activities, athletics, and service-learning projects to foster well-rounded personal growth in its student body. Governed by a board of directors and committed to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, the school strives to create a partnership between parents, teachers, and students to ensure that every graduate possesses the skills, integrity, and foundational knowledge necessary to succeed in a global society.

For more information, contact River Mill Academy at (336) 229-0909 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.