Very Good
#29 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 7% of private schools
Asheville Catholic School
Elementary School
12 CULVERN ST, Asheville, NC 28804
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#29 of 404
In Asheville
#3 of 14
public schools
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Asheville Catholic School
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About Asheville Catholic School
Asheville Catholic School is a private elementary school in Asheville, NC. Asheville Catholic School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Asheville Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Asheville Catholic School 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 9.1:1 students to teachers, Asheville Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Asheville Catholic School 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 Catholic School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Asheville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Asheville Catholic School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Ira B Jones Elementary | 5.8 |
| Claxton Elementary | 7.5 |
| Woodfin Elementary | 3.4 |
| Montford North Star Academy | 8.3 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary | 7.3 |
| Asheville Middle | 6.2 |
| Emma Elementary | 4.9 |
| Evergreen Community Charter | 6.1 |
| Haw Creek Elementary | 7.8 |
| Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy | 2.7 |
| Eblen Intermediate | 5.8 |
| West Buncombe Elementary | 8.7 |
| Asheville PEAK Academy | 6.8 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary | 7.5 |
| Early College | 8.0 |
| Middle College | 7.4 |
| Bell Elementary | 8.5 |
| Erwin Middle | 4.6 |
| Lucy S. Herring Elementary | 6.6 |
| Francine Delany New School | 6.0 |
Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Asheville
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
12 CULVERN ST, Asheville, NC 28804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Asheville Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Claxton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Isaac Dickson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ira B Jones Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ira B Jones Elementary Asheville | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HANGER HALL SCHOOL Asheville | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| JULIA STREET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Claxton Elementary Asheville | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HAWTHORN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 1.5 mi | — |
| ODYSSEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| THE GOODALE SCHOOL Asheville | 1.7 mi | — |
| REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADENY Asheville | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Woodfin Elementary Asheville | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Montford North Star Academy Asheville | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ASHEVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 2.8 mi | — |
| Asheville Middle Asheville | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-BOYS Asheville | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-GIRLS CAMPUS Asheville | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Emma Elementary Asheville | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Asheville High Asheville | 4.0 mi | 8.3 |
| School of Inquiry and Life Sciences Asheville | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,709
Median Home Value
$528,500
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
25,141
College Educated
59.6%
Homeownership
68.7%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
44.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brier Creek Elementary Thomasville, NC | 7.9 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY Cary, NC | 7.9 |
| Fremont STARS Elementary Fremont, NC | 7.9 |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham, NC | 7.9 |
| Inborden Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Academy Enfield, NC | 7.9 |
| Ansonville Elementary Wadesboro, NC | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Asheville Catholic School
What grades does Asheville Catholic School serve?
Asheville Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Asheville Catholic School?
Asheville Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Asheville Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Asheville Catholic School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Asheville Catholic School rank in NC?
Asheville Catholic School ranks #29 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Asheville Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Asheville Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Asheville Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Asheville Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
Asheville Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 252-7896
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