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Brevard Elementary

Elementary School · Transylvania County Schools

399 Greenville Hwy, Brevard, NC 28712

Enrollment

538

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,631 of 2,648

In Brevard

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Transylvania County Schools

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Brevard Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Brevard · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Brevard High

7.6/10

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6.7/10

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About Brevard Elementary

Brevard Elementary is a public elementary school in Brevard, NC, part of Transylvania County Schools. Brevard Elementary serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brevard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,631 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Brevard Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.8% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.8% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.2 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,323
Chronic Absenteeism27.7%

Brevard Elementary — Students at Brevard Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
58.7%
ELA
53.7%
2025
Math
52.9%
ELA
48.8%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Brevard Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in NC
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

399 Greenville Hwy, Brevard, NC 28712

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brevard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hendersonville Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mills River Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Mills River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn C Marlow Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Mills River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brevard, see our Brevard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Brevard High Brevard 0.9 mi 7.6
Brevard Middle Brevard 1.5 mi 6.7
Pisgah Forest Elementary Brevard 2.4 mi 5.4
Davidson River School Brevard 2.5 mi 4.3
Brevard Academy Pisgah Forest 3.7 mi 6.3
THE OUTDOOR ACADEMY Pisgah Forest 4.6 mi
ANCHOR BAPTIST ACADEMY Pisgah Forest 5.3 mi
Rosman High Rosman 7.9 mi 7.1
Rosman Middle Rosman 7.9 mi 6.3
Rosman Elementary Rosman 8.2 mi 8.0
Etowah Elementary Etowah 9.8 mi 7.0
T C Henderson Lake Toxaway 11.5 mi 5.7
Mills River Elementary Mills River 13.7 mi 8.5
WILD OAK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Hendersonville 13.5 mi
MILLS RIVER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Mills River 15.0 mi 5.5
Atkinson Elementary Hendersonville 13.6 mi 7.1
Rugby Middle Hendersonville 14.9 mi 7.8
West Henderson High Hendersonville 15.2 mi 8.1
Glenn C Marlow Elementary Mills River 16.0 mi 8.4
Hendersonville Elementary Hendersonville 15.5 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,560

Median Home Value

$372,900

Median Rent

$939/mo

Population

19,600

College Educated

40.2%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

53.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brevard Elementary

What grades does Brevard Elementary serve?

Brevard Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brevard Elementary?

Brevard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brevard Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Brevard Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brevard Elementary rank in NC?

Brevard Elementary ranks #1,631 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Brevard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Brevard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Brevard Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brevard Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brevard Elementary a charter school?

No, Brevard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brevard Elementary a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brevard Elementary?

99.4% of students at Brevard Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Transylvania County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

District

Transylvania County Schools
District Enrollment
3,317
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,323
District Rank
#6 of 9

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