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#689 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 26% in state

Hall Fletcher Elementary

Elementary School · Asheville City Schools

60 Ridgelawn Road, Asheville, NC 28806

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#689 of 2,648

In Asheville

#10 of 34

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

Asheville City Schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

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About Hall Fletcher Elementary

Hall Fletcher Elementary is a public elementary school in Asheville, NC, part of Asheville City Schools. Hall Fletcher Elementary serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hall Fletcher Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #689 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Hall Fletcher Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.3% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.6% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,507
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Hall Fletcher Elementary — Students at Hall Fletcher Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
51.6%
2025
Math
54.2%
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: 7.6/10.

How Hall Fletcher Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in NC
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

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

60 Ridgelawn Road, Asheville, NC 28806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hall Fletcher Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Claxton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville 0.7 mi 8.1
RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville 0.8 mi 8.4
Asheville PEAK Academy Asheville 0.8 mi 6.8
CANTERBURY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Asheville 1.0 mi 5.4
Asheville Middle Asheville 1.1 mi 6.2
Early College Asheville 1.1 mi 8.0
Middle College Asheville 1.1 mi 7.4
Francine Delany New School Asheville 1.1 mi 6.0
TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville 1.3 mi 4.5
Asheville High Asheville 1.2 mi 8.3
School of Inquiry and Life Sciences Asheville 1.2 mi 6.8
Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville 1.5 mi 7.3
Montford North Star Academy Asheville 1.8 mi 8.3
Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville 1.5 mi 6.6
Emma Elementary Asheville 1.9 mi 4.9
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Asheville 1.8 mi 6.9
Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville 2.3 mi 8.4
THE GOODALE SCHOOL Asheville 2.5 mi
ODYSSEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville 2.5 mi 7.5
Claxton Elementary Asheville 2.6 mi 7.5

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
C B Eller Elementary School Elkin, NC 7.5
Chadbourn Elementary Chadbourn, NC 7.5
Chantilly Montessori Charlotte, NC 7.5
Claxton Elementary Asheville, NC 7.5
Copeland Elementary Dobson, NC 7.5
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY High Point, NC 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hall Fletcher Elementary

What grades does Hall Fletcher Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Hall Fletcher Elementary?

Hall Fletcher Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hall Fletcher Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hall Fletcher Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hall Fletcher Elementary rank in NC?

Hall Fletcher Elementary ranks #689 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Hall Fletcher Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hall Fletcher Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Hall Fletcher Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hall Fletcher Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hall Fletcher Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hall Fletcher Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hall Fletcher Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

59.7% of students at Hall Fletcher 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Buncombe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

District

Asheville City Schools
District Enrollment
3,977
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,507
District Rank
#3 of 9

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