Very Good
#50 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 12% of private schools
Asheville School
High School
360 ASHEVILLE SCHOOL RD, Asheville, NC 28806
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#50 of 404
In Asheville
#4 of 14
public schools
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About Asheville School
Asheville School is a private high school in Asheville, NC. Asheville School serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Asheville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Asheville School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Asheville 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 School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Asheville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Asheville School (this school) | 7.7 |
| IC Imagine | 6.3 |
| The Franklin School of Innovation | 6.5 |
| Nesbitt Discovery Academy | 8.4 |
| Erwin High | 6.0 |
| Middle College | 7.4 |
| Early College | 8.0 |
| Asheville High | 8.3 |
| School of Inquiry and Life Sciences | 6.8 |
| Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy | 2.7 |
| Roberson High | 7.7 |
| Reynolds High | 7.8 |
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
360 ASHEVILLE SCHOOL RD, Asheville, NC 28806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Asheville School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The Franklin School of Innovation (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MOUNT PISQAH ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Candler), a more accessible option. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| 1 SCHOOL RD Asheville | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sand Hill-Venable Elem Asheville | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Johnston Elementary Asheville | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| IC Imagine Asheville | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| The Franklin School of Innovation Asheville | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Enka Intermediate Candler | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Asheville | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Francine Delany New School Asheville | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CANTERBURY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Asheville | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ELIADA ACADEMY Asheville | 2.4 mi | — |
| Asheville PEAK Academy Asheville | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Enka Middle Candler | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Emma Elementary Asheville | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ASHEVILLE-PISGAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Candler | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MOUNT PISQAH ACADEMY Candler | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Agriculture and Science Early College Olin, NC | 7.7 |
| Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early Coll Concord, NC | 7.7 |
| Scotland Early College High Laurinburg, NC | 7.7 |
| Columbus Career and College Academy Whiteville, NC | 7.8 |
| Craven Early College High New Bern, NC | 7.8 |
| Early College of Forsyth Co Winston-Salem, NC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Asheville School
What grades does Asheville School serve?
Asheville School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Asheville School?
Asheville School has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Asheville School?
The student-teacher ratio at Asheville School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Asheville School rank in NC?
Asheville School ranks #50 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Asheville School's MySchoolScout rating?
Asheville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Asheville School a private school?
Yes, Asheville School is a private coeducational 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 School a religious school?
No, Asheville School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 296
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 254-6345
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