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#135 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 33% of private schools
Asheville Academy
Elementary School
126 CAMP ELLIOTT RD, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 10th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#135 of 404
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Asheville Academy
Elementary School in Black Mountain · grades 6th – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Asheville Academy
Asheville Academy is a private elementary school in Black Mountain, NC. Asheville Academy serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades 6th-10th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Asheville Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, Asheville Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Asheville Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Asheville Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Asheville Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Black Mountain, NC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Black Mountain
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Asheville Academy (this school) | 6.9 |
| Black Mountain Elementary | 6.3 |
| Black Mountain Primary | 5.4 |
| Owen High | 7.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
126 CAMP ELLIOTT RD, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Asheville Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Old Fort Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Old Fort), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pinnacle Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Rutherfordton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Black Mountain, see our Black Mountain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Fort Elementary School Old Fort | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Lake Lure Classical Academy Lake Lure | 8.2 mi | 7.0 |
| TIMBERSONG ACADEMY - BAT CAVE Hendersonville | 7.1 mi | — |
| Black Mountain Elementary Black Mountain | 9.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Black Mountain Primary Black Mountain | 9.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Sunny View Elementary School Mill Spring | 10.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI Black Mtn | 9.8 mi | — |
| West Marion Elementary School Marion | 10.4 mi | 5.7 |
| PINE RIDGE MENNONITE SCHOOL Rutherfordton | 10.6 mi | — |
| Owen Middle Swannanoa | 11.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Owen High Black Mountain | 11.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Pinnacle Elementary School Rutherfordton | 11.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Fairview Elementary Fairview | 11.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Pleasant Gardens Elementary School Marion | 13.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Williams Elementary Swannanoa | 12.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Community High School Swannanoa | 12.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Foothills Community School Marion | 13.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ASHEVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Swannanoa | 12.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Edneyville Elementary Hendersonville | 14.1 mi | 5.1 |
| THE LEARNING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Swannanoa | 13.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,177
Median Home Value
$358,400
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
12,579
College Educated
54.1%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
57.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TRINITY OF FAIRVIEW ACADEMY Fletcher, NC | 6.8 |
| NORTH KANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis, NC | 7.1 |
| The Special Children's School Winston-Salem, NC | 7.2 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wallace, NC | 6.5 |
| PEACE ROSE MONTESSORI Wilmington, NC | 6.4 |
| ABC OF NC CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Winston-Salem, NC | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Asheville Academy
What grades does Asheville Academy serve?
Asheville Academy serves students in grades 6th through 10th.
How many students attend Asheville Academy?
Asheville Academy has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Asheville Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Asheville Academy is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Asheville Academy rank in NC?
Asheville Academy ranks #135 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Asheville Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Asheville Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Asheville Academy a private school?
Yes, Asheville Academy is a private all-girls school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Asheville Academy a religious school?
No, Asheville Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 4 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 419-8100
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