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#234 of 404 private schools in NC

French Broad River Academy-boys

Middle School

1900 RIVERSIDE DR, Asheville, NC 28804

Private

Enrollment

72

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#234 of 404

In Asheville

#11 of 14

public schools

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French Broad River Academy-boys

6.1/10

Middle School in Asheville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

French Broad River Academy-girls Campus

6.2/10

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3.4/10

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About French Broad River Academy-boys

French Broad River Academy-boys is a private middle school in Asheville, NC. French Broad River Academy-boys serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. French Broad River Academy-boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #234 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.4 pts above NC schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • NC avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, French Broad River Academy-boys 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.

At 5.5:1 students to teachers, French Broad River Academy-boys sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

French Broad River Academy-boys 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

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How French Broad River Academy-boys compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Asheville, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
72
This School
vs
474
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.7% vs 0%
Asian 5.6% vs 0%
Black 1.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
French Broad River Academy-boys Asheville Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
French Broad River Academy-boys (this school) 6.1
Eblen Intermediate 5.8
Erwin Middle 4.6
Montford North Star Academy 8.3
Asheville Middle 6.2
Francine Delany New School 6.0
Early College 8.0
Middle College 7.4
Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy 2.7
Evergreen Community Charter 6.1
IC Imagine 6.3
The Franklin School of Innovation 6.5
Reynolds Middle 5.8
Koontz Intermediate 7.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,128.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 72
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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)

White 91.7%
Asian 5.6%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1900 RIVERSIDE DR, Asheville, NC 28804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering French Broad River Academy-boys may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-GIRLS CAMPUS (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Eblen Intermediate (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Erwin Middle (rated 4.6/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-GIRLS CAMPUS Asheville 0.7 mi 6.2
Woodfin Elementary Asheville 0.8 mi 3.4
REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADENY Asheville 1.5 mi 7.2
Eblen Intermediate Asheville 1.6 mi 5.8
West Buncombe Elementary Asheville 1.8 mi 8.7
HAWTHORN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville 1.7 mi
ASHEVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville 2.1 mi
Erwin High Asheville 1.9 mi 6.0
Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville 2.2 mi 8.4
Erwin Middle Asheville 2.1 mi 4.6
Emma Elementary Asheville 2.6 mi 4.9
ELIADA ACADEMY Asheville 2.6 mi
THE GOODALE SCHOOL Asheville 2.5 mi
ODYSSEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville 2.5 mi 7.5
HANGER HALL SCHOOL Asheville 2.7 mi 4.4
ASHEVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Asheville 2.7 mi 7.9
TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville 3.3 mi 4.5
Ira B Jones Elementary Asheville 2.8 mi 5.8
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Asheville 3.4 mi 6.9
Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville 3.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,709

Median Home Value

$528,500

Median Rent

$1,399/mo

Population

25,141

College Educated

59.6%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

44.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-GIRLS CAMPUS Asheville, NC 6.2
WILMINGTON ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES Wilmington, NC 5.6
HILL SCHOOL OF WILMINGTON Wilmington, NC 5.4
Columbia Middle Columbia, NC 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about French Broad River Academy-boys

What grades does French Broad River Academy-boys serve?

French Broad River Academy-boys serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend French Broad River Academy-boys?

French Broad River Academy-boys has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at French Broad River Academy-boys?

The student-teacher ratio at French Broad River Academy-boys is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does French Broad River Academy-boys rank in NC?

French Broad River Academy-boys ranks #234 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is French Broad River Academy-boys's MySchoolScout rating?

French Broad River Academy-boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is French Broad River Academy-boys a private school?

Yes, French Broad River Academy-boys is a private all-boys 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 French Broad River Academy-boys a religious school?

No, French Broad River Academy-boys is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
72
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
166 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Buncombe County

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