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Brevard Academy

Elementary School · Brevard Academy

1110 Hendersonville Highway, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768

Charter

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

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#1,322 of 2,648

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Brevard Academy

6.3/10

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

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4.3/10

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5.4/10

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About Brevard Academy

Brevard Academy is a public elementary school in Pisgah Forest, NC, part of Brevard Academy. Brevard Academy serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brevard Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,322 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Brevard Academy show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NC schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Brevard 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.9% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.4 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,015
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Brevard Academy — Students at Brevard Academy score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
65.9%
2025
Math
63.9%
ELA
65.3%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Brevard Academy Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in NC
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

1110 Hendersonville Highway, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brevard Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hendersonville Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mills River Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Mills River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn C Marlow Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Mills River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pisgah Forest, see our Pisgah Forest schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Davidson River School Brevard 1.3 mi 4.3
Pisgah Forest Elementary Brevard 1.4 mi 5.4
ANCHOR BAPTIST ACADEMY Pisgah Forest 2.1 mi
THE OUTDOOR ACADEMY Pisgah Forest 2.5 mi
Brevard Middle Brevard 2.9 mi 6.7
Brevard Elementary Brevard 3.7 mi 5.8
Brevard High Brevard 4.6 mi 7.6
Etowah Elementary Etowah 6.3 mi 7.0
Mills River Elementary Mills River 10.0 mi 8.5
WILD OAK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Hendersonville 10.0 mi
MILLS RIVER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Mills River 11.3 mi 5.5
Rosman High Rosman 11.6 mi 7.1
Rosman Middle Rosman 11.6 mi 6.3
Rosman Elementary Rosman 11.8 mi 8.0
Rugby Middle Hendersonville 11.4 mi 7.8
Atkinson Elementary Hendersonville 10.9 mi 7.1
Glenn C Marlow Elementary Mills River 12.3 mi 8.4
West Henderson High Hendersonville 11.7 mi 8.1
Hendersonville Elementary Hendersonville 12.4 mi 8.9
Hendersonville Middle Hendersonville 12.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28768 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,567

Median Home Value

$299,500

Median Rent

$819/mo

Population

6,836

College Educated

39.9%

Homeownership

84.7%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

51.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brevard Academy

What grades does Brevard Academy serve?

Brevard Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Brevard Academy?

Brevard Academy has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brevard Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Brevard Academy is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brevard Academy rank in NC?

Brevard Academy ranks #1,322 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Brevard Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Brevard Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Brevard Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brevard Academy has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brevard Academy a charter school?

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

Is Brevard Academy a Title I school?

No, Brevard Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Transylvania County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

Brevard Academy
District Enrollment
417
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,015
District Rank
#1 of 1

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