Excellent
#13 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 3% of private schools
Rainbow Community School
Elementary School
574 HAYWOOD RD, Asheville, NC 28806
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#13 of 404
In Asheville
#1 of 14
public schools
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Rainbow Community School
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About Rainbow Community School
Rainbow Community School is a private elementary school in Asheville, NC. Rainbow Community School serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rainbow Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, Rainbow 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, Rainbow Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rainbow 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 Rainbow Community School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Asheville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rainbow Community School (this school) | 8.4 |
| Asheville PEAK Academy | 6.8 |
| Francine Delany New School | 6.0 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary | 7.5 |
| Lucy S. Herring Elementary | 6.6 |
| Emma Elementary | 4.9 |
| Asheville Middle | 6.2 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary | 7.3 |
| Early College | 8.0 |
| Middle College | 7.4 |
| Johnston Elementary | 3.2 |
| Montford North Star Academy | 8.3 |
| IC Imagine | 6.3 |
| Claxton Elementary | 7.5 |
| West Buncombe Elementary | 8.7 |
| Eblen Intermediate | 5.8 |
| Sand Hill-Venable Elem | 5.1 |
| The Franklin School of Innovation | 6.5 |
| Erwin Middle | 4.6 |
| Woodfin Elementary | 3.4 |
| Ira B Jones Elementary | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 28 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.
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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
574 HAYWOOD RD, Asheville, NC 28806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rainbow Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Hall Fletcher Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Isaac Dickson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Asheville PEAK Academy Asheville | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CANTERBURY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Asheville | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Francine Delany New School Asheville | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary Asheville | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Asheville | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Emma Elementary Asheville | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| 1 SCHOOL RD Asheville | 1.5 mi | — |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Asheville Middle Asheville | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Early College Asheville | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Middle College Asheville | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Montford North Star Academy Asheville | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Asheville High Asheville | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Johnston Elementary Asheville | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| School of Inquiry and Life Sciences Asheville | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Academy Lumberton, NC | 8.4 |
| Bell Elementary Asheville, NC | 8.5 |
| Cliffside Elementary School Cliffside, NC | 8.3 |
| Freedom Trail Elementary Elk Park, NC | 8.3 |
| Jamesville Elementary Jamesville, NC | 8.5 |
| Roaring River Elementary School Roaring River, NC | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rainbow Community School
What grades does Rainbow Community School serve?
Rainbow Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Rainbow Community School?
Rainbow Community School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rainbow Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rainbow 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 Rainbow Community School rank in NC?
Rainbow Community School ranks #13 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Rainbow Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rainbow Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rainbow Community School a private school?
Yes, Rainbow 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 Rainbow Community School a religious school?
No, Rainbow Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 258-9264
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