Very Good
#117 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 29% of private schools
Carolina Day School
School
1345 HENDERSONVILLE RD, Asheville, NC 28803
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#117 of 404
In Asheville
#7 of 14
public schools
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Carolina Day School
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About Carolina Day School
Carolina Day School is a private school in Asheville, NC. Carolina Day School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Carolina Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Carolina Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Carolina Day 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 Carolina Day School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Asheville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carolina Day School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Estes Elementary | 5.8 |
| Roberson High | 7.7 |
| Koontz Intermediate | 7.0 |
| Oakley Elementary | 4.2 |
| Reynolds High | 7.8 |
| Reynolds Middle | 5.8 |
| Middle College | 7.4 |
| Early College | 8.0 |
| School of Inquiry and Life Sciences | 6.8 |
| Asheville High | 8.3 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary | 7.5 |
| Asheville Middle | 6.2 |
| IC Imagine | 6.3 |
| Francine Delany New School | 6.0 |
| Asheville PEAK Academy | 6.8 |
| Bell Elementary | 8.5 |
| Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy | 2.7 |
| Haw Creek Elementary | 7.8 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary | 7.3 |
| Montford North Star Academy | 8.3 |
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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
1345 HENDERSONVILLE RD, Asheville, NC 28803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carolina Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bell Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Asheville High (rated 8.3/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Estes Elementary Asheville | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Roberson High Asheville | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Valley Springs Middle Arden | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Koontz Intermediate Asheville | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Oakley Elementary Asheville | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Middle College Asheville | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Early College Asheville | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| School of Inquiry and Life Sciences Asheville | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Asheville High Asheville | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Reynolds High Asheville | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Reynolds Middle Asheville | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Glen Arden Elementary Arden | 4.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary Asheville | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Avery's Creek Elementary Arden | 4.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Asheville Middle Asheville | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| CHRIST SCHOOL Arden | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy Asheville | 5.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Haw Creek Elementary Asheville | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Bell Elementary Asheville | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,638
Median Home Value
$408,600
Median Rent
$1,455/mo
Population
34,750
College Educated
50.4%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake Lure Classical Academy Lake Lure, NC | 7.0 |
| BURLINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Burlington, NC | 6.9 |
| Durham Charter School Durham, NC | 7.1 |
| River Mill Academy Graham, NC | 6.9 |
| THE O'NEAL SCHOOL Southern Pines, NC | 7.1 |
| Washington Montessori Washington, NC | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carolina Day School
What grades does Carolina Day School serve?
Carolina Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Carolina Day School?
Carolina Day School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carolina Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carolina Day School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Carolina Day School rank in NC?
Carolina Day School ranks #117 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Carolina Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carolina Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Carolina Day School a private school?
Yes, Carolina Day 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 Carolina Day School a religious school?
No, Carolina Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 566
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 210-9152
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