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#376 of 404 private schools in NC

Temple Baptist School

School

76 HAWKINS LN, Asheville, NC 28806

Private

Enrollment

171

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#376 of 404

In Asheville

#13 of 14

public schools

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Temple Baptist School

4.5/10

School in Asheville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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4.9/10

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About Temple Baptist School

Temple Baptist School is a private school in Asheville, NC. Temple Baptist School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Temple Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.7 pts below NC schools
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 171 students, Temple Baptist 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.

Temple Baptist 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

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How Temple Baptist School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Asheville, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
This School
vs
14.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
171
This School
vs
504
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.5
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93% vs 0%
Black 2.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Temple Baptist School Asheville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Temple Baptist School (this school) 4.5
Asheville PEAK Academy 6.8
Emma Elementary 4.9
Lucy S. Herring Elementary 6.6
Francine Delany New School 6.0
Hall Fletcher Elementary 7.5
Nesbitt Discovery Academy 8.4
Isaac Dickson Elementary 7.3
Johnston Elementary 3.2
Asheville Middle 6.2
Montford North Star Academy 8.3
Early College 8.0
Middle College 7.4
Asheville High 8.3
School of Inquiry and Life Sciences 6.8
Claxton Elementary 7.5
Eblen Intermediate 5.8
West Buncombe Elementary 8.7
Erwin High 6.0
Erwin Middle 4.6
Woodfin Elementary 3.4

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

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)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 171
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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 93.0%
Black 2.9%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

76 HAWKINS LN, Asheville, NC 28806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Temple Baptist School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ODYSSEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CANTERBURY CLASSICAL SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Asheville PEAK Academy Asheville 0.6 mi 6.8
Emma Elementary Asheville 0.7 mi 4.9
ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville 0.7 mi 8.1
RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville 0.7 mi 8.4
CANTERBURY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Asheville 0.8 mi 5.4
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Asheville 0.7 mi 6.9
Francine Delany New School Asheville 1.0 mi 6.0
Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville 0.9 mi 6.6
Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville 1.4 mi 8.4
Hall Fletcher Elementary Asheville 1.3 mi 7.5
Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville 1.5 mi 7.3
1 SCHOOL RD Asheville 1.6 mi
Johnston Elementary Asheville 1.7 mi 3.2
Asheville Middle Asheville 1.7 mi 6.2
ELIADA ACADEMY Asheville 1.8 mi
Montford North Star Academy Asheville 1.8 mi 8.3
THE GOODALE SCHOOL Asheville 1.9 mi
ODYSSEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville 2.0 mi 7.5
HAWTHORN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville 2.3 mi
THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville 2.3 mi 6.1

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
ISS Virtual Academy Statesville, NC 4.5
VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elizabeth City, NC 4.4
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hudson, NC 4.3
PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Wilmington, NC 4.7
CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY Connelly Springs, NC 4.8
NEW MANNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marion, NC 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Temple Baptist School

What grades does Temple Baptist School serve?

Temple Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Temple Baptist School?

Temple Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Temple Baptist School?

The student-teacher ratio at Temple Baptist School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Temple Baptist School rank in NC?

Temple Baptist School ranks #376 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Temple Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?

Temple Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Temple Baptist School a private school?

Yes, Temple Baptist School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Temple Baptist School a religious school?

Temple Baptist School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
171
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Buncombe County

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