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#1221 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 46% in state

Artspace Charter School

Elementary School · ArtSpace Charter

2030 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778

Charter

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,221 of 2,648

In Swannanoa

#1 of 4

public schools

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

Elementary School in Swannanoa · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Artspace Charter School

Artspace Charter School is a public elementary school in Swannanoa, NC, part of ArtSpace Charter. Artspace Charter School serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Artspace Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,221 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Artspace Charter School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NC schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Artspace Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.2% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.6 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,899
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Artspace Charter School — Students at Artspace Charter School score 63% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 42 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
50.8%
ELA
64.1%
2025
Math
57.7%
ELA
67.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Artspace Charter School Compares

See how Artspace Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in NC
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Location

2030 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Artspace Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bell Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Asheville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haw Creek Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Asheville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Swannanoa, see our Swannanoa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ASHEVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Swannanoa 1.2 mi 5.0
Community High School Swannanoa 1.5 mi 4.6
Williams Elementary Swannanoa 1.6 mi 4.2
THE LEARNING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Swannanoa 2.9 mi 6.6
Owen Middle Swannanoa 3.1 mi 5.6
Owen High Black Mountain 3.5 mi 7.1
Bell Elementary Asheville 3.6 mi 8.5
Reynolds Middle Asheville 4.2 mi 5.8
Reynolds High Asheville 4.3 mi 7.8
Evergreen Community Charter Asheville 4.0 mi 6.1
Fairview Elementary Fairview 5.1 mi 8.8
Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy Asheville 4.3 mi 2.7
Haw Creek Elementary Asheville 4.3 mi 7.8
Oakley Elementary Asheville 5.2 mi 4.2
BLACK MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI Black Mtn 5.2 mi
Cane Creek Middle Fletcher 7.6 mi 7.6
TRINITY OF FAIRVIEW ACADEMY Fletcher 7.6 mi 6.8
Black Mountain Primary Black Mountain 6.5 mi 5.4
Black Mountain Elementary Black Mountain 6.7 mi 6.3
JULIA STREET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville 7.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,717

Median Home Value

$273,800

Median Rent

$1,004/mo

Population

11,933

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

17.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

41.5

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Chinquapin Elementary Chinquapin, NC 6.5
Claremont Elementary Claremont, NC 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Artspace Charter School

What grades does Artspace Charter School serve?

Artspace Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Artspace Charter School?

Artspace Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Artspace Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Artspace Charter School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Artspace Charter School rank in NC?

Artspace Charter School ranks #1,221 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Artspace Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Artspace Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Artspace Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Artspace Charter School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Artspace Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Artspace Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Artspace Charter School a Title I school?

No, Artspace Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Buncombe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

ArtSpace Charter
District Enrollment
410
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,899
District Rank
#1 of 1

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