Very Good
#65 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 16% of private schools
Odyssey Community School
School
90 ZILLICOA ST, Asheville, NC 28801
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#65 of 404
In Asheville
#5 of 14
public schools
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About Odyssey Community School
Odyssey Community School is a private school in Asheville, NC. Odyssey Community School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Odyssey Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Odyssey Community School 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 6:1 students to teachers, Odyssey Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Odyssey Community 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 Odyssey Community School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Asheville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Odyssey Community School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Claxton Elementary | 7.5 |
| Nesbitt Discovery Academy | 8.4 |
| Montford North Star Academy | 8.3 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary | 7.3 |
| Emma Elementary | 4.9 |
| Asheville Middle | 6.2 |
| Ira B Jones Elementary | 5.8 |
| Woodfin Elementary | 3.4 |
| Asheville PEAK Academy | 6.8 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary | 7.5 |
| Asheville High | 8.3 |
| School of Inquiry and Life Sciences | 6.8 |
| Early College | 8.0 |
| Middle College | 7.4 |
| Francine Delany New School | 6.0 |
| Lucy S. Herring Elementary | 6.6 |
| Eblen Intermediate | 5.8 |
| West Buncombe Elementary | 8.7 |
| Erwin High | 6.0 |
| Johnston Elementary | 3.2 |
Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Asheville
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
90 ZILLICOA ST, Asheville, NC 28801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Odyssey Community School may also want to explore other schools in the area. REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADENY (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE GOODALE SCHOOL Asheville | 0.1 mi | — |
| HANGER HALL SCHOOL Asheville | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| HAWTHORN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 0.7 mi | — |
| Montford North Star Academy Asheville | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Claxton Elementary Asheville | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| JULIA STREET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 0.9 mi | — |
| Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Asheville Middle Asheville | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ASHEVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Asheville | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Ira B Jones Elementary Asheville | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Emma Elementary Asheville | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Woodfin Elementary Asheville | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-GIRLS CAMPUS Asheville | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary Asheville | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Asheville PEAK Academy Asheville | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADENY Asheville | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,125
Median Home Value
$481,400
Median Rent
$1,130/mo
Population
13,580
College Educated
53.2%
Homeownership
36.7%
Avg Commute
15.1 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAYWORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL High Point, NC | 7.5 |
| HIGHLANDER ACADEMY Red Springs, NC | 7.5 |
| Nantahala School Topton, NC | 7.5 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL New Bern, NC | 7.4 |
| HILL LEARNING CENTER Durham, NC | 7.4 |
| MATTHEWS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Matthews, NC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Odyssey Community School
What grades does Odyssey Community School serve?
Odyssey Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Odyssey Community School?
Odyssey Community School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Odyssey Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Odyssey Community School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Odyssey Community School rank in NC?
Odyssey Community School ranks #65 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Odyssey Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Odyssey Community School 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.
Is Odyssey Community School a private school?
Yes, Odyssey Community 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 Odyssey Community School a religious school?
No, Odyssey Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 259-3653
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