Very Good
#467 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 18% in state
North Buncombe High
High School · Buncombe County Schools
890 Clarks Chapel Road, Weaverville, NC 28787
Enrollment
929
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
929
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#467 of 2,648
In Weaverville
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#10 of 45
Buncombe County Schools
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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North Buncombe High
High School in Weaverville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Buncombe High
North Buncombe High is a public high school in Weaverville, NC, part of Buncombe County Schools. North Buncombe High serves approximately 929 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Buncombe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #467 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for North Buncombe High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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North Buncombe High — Students at North Buncombe High score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.4/10.
How North Buncombe High Compares
See how North Buncombe High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
890 Clarks Chapel Road, Weaverville, NC 28787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Buncombe High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Weaverville Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Buncombe Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Windy Ridge Intermediate (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Weaverville, see our Weaverville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Buncombe Elementary Weaverville | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| North Windy Ridge Intermediate Weaverville | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| North Buncombe Middle Weaverville | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Weaverville Primary Weaverville | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| TIMBERSONG ACADEMY Weaverville | 2.8 mi | — |
| Weaverville Elementary Weaverville | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ASHEVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 5.5 mi | — |
| REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADENY Asheville | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Mars Hill Elementary Mars Hill | 6.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Barnardsville Elementary Barnardsville | 6.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ASHEVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Asheville | 7.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Ira B Jones Elementary Asheville | 7.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodfin Elementary Asheville | 7.6 mi | 3.4 |
| FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-BOYS Asheville | 7.6 mi | 6.1 |
| HAWTHORN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 8.4 mi | — |
| FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-GIRLS CAMPUS Asheville | 8.2 mi | 6.2 |
| HANGER HALL SCHOOL Asheville | 8.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ODYSSEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville | 8.9 mi | 7.5 |
| THE GOODALE SCHOOL Asheville | 9.0 mi | — |
| JULIA STREET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 9.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,051
Median Home Value
$379,300
Median Rent
$1,198/mo
Population
22,685
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
49.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Buncombe High
What grades does North Buncombe High serve?
North Buncombe High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend North Buncombe High?
North Buncombe High has an enrollment of approximately 929 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Buncombe High?
The student-teacher ratio at North Buncombe High is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Buncombe High rank in NC?
North Buncombe High ranks #467 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is North Buncombe High's MySchoolScout rating?
North Buncombe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 North Buncombe High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Buncombe High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North Buncombe High a charter school?
No, North Buncombe High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Buncombe High a Title I school?
No, North Buncombe High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Buncombe High?
99.7% of students at North Buncombe High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 929
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Buncombe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (828) 645-4221
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
Buncombe County Schools- District Enrollment
- 22,172
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,585
- District Rank
- #10 of 45
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