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#1086 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 41% in state

Based on limited data

Asheville Peak Academy

Elementary School · Asheville PEAK Academy

27 Balm Grove Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806

Charter

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,086 of 2,648

In Asheville

#16 of 34

public schools

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

Elementary School in Asheville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Asheville Peak Academy

Asheville Peak Academy is a public elementary school in Asheville, NC, part of Asheville PEAK Academy. Asheville Peak Academy serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Asheville Peak Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,086 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Asheville Peak Academy show 50% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares0.4 pts above NC schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 168 students, Asheville Peak 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.

Asheville Peak Academy 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics4.6Below Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.9% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.1% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-26.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,256
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Asheville Peak Academy — Students at Asheville Peak Academy score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.6% (2025 NC)
School
State
59.0% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 47.9% (2025 NC)
School
State
52.6% (2025 NC)

Based on 10 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

How Asheville Peak Academy Compares

See how Asheville Peak Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in NC
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

Location

27 Balm Grove Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Asheville Peak Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hall Fletcher Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville 0.1 mi 8.4
ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville 0.1 mi 8.1
CANTERBURY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Asheville 0.3 mi 5.4
TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville 0.6 mi 4.5
Francine Delany New School Asheville 0.6 mi 6.0
Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville 0.8 mi 6.6
Hall Fletcher Elementary Asheville 0.8 mi 7.5
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Asheville 1.0 mi 6.9
Emma Elementary Asheville 1.3 mi 4.9
1 SCHOOL RD Asheville 1.5 mi
Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville 1.9 mi 8.4
Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville 1.7 mi 7.3
Asheville Middle Asheville 1.6 mi 6.2
Montford North Star Academy Asheville 1.9 mi 8.3
Early College Asheville 1.9 mi 8.0
Middle College Asheville 1.9 mi 7.4
THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville 2.0 mi 6.1
Johnston Elementary Asheville 1.9 mi 3.2
Asheville High Asheville 2.0 mi 8.3
THE GOODALE SCHOOL Asheville 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,925

Median Home Value

$335,800

Median Rent

$1,224/mo

Population

45,644

College Educated

44.5%

Homeownership

57.2%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Asheville Peak Academy

What grades does Asheville Peak Academy serve?

Asheville Peak Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Asheville Peak Academy?

Asheville Peak Academy has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Asheville Peak Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Asheville Peak Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Asheville Peak Academy rank in NC?

Asheville Peak Academy ranks #1,086 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Asheville Peak Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Asheville Peak Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Asheville Peak Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Asheville Peak Academy has 50% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC).

Is Asheville Peak Academy a charter school?

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

Is Asheville Peak Academy a Title I school?

No, Asheville Peak Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Buncombe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

District

Asheville PEAK Academy
District Enrollment
168
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,256
District Rank
#1 of 1

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