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#174 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 43% of private schools
The Learning Community School
Elementary School
1220 BEE TREE RD, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#174 of 404
In Swannanoa
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Learning Community School
Elementary School in Swannanoa · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Learning Community School
The Learning Community School is a private elementary school in Swannanoa, NC. The Learning Community School serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Learning Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, The Learning 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, The Learning Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Learning 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 The Learning Community School compares to the 4 public schools in Swannanoa, NC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Swannanoa
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Learning Community School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Williams Elementary | 4.2 |
| Community High School | 4.6 |
| Owen Middle | 5.6 |
| ArtSpace Charter School | 6.5 |
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
1220 BEE TREE RD, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Learning Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bell Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Asheville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASHEVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Asheville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Swannanoa, see our Swannanoa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ASHEVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Swannanoa | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Williams Elementary Swannanoa | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Community High School Swannanoa | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Owen High Black Mountain | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Owen Middle Swannanoa | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ArtSpace Charter School Swannanoa | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI Black Mtn | 3.9 mi | — |
| Black Mountain Primary Black Mountain | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Black Mountain Elementary Black Mountain | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Bell Elementary Asheville | 5.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Evergreen Community Charter Asheville | 5.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Buncombe County Schools Virtual Academy Asheville | 6.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Haw Creek Elementary Asheville | 6.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Reynolds Middle Asheville | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Fairview Elementary Fairview | 7.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Reynolds High Asheville | 7.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Oakley Elementary Asheville | 7.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Ira B Jones Elementary Asheville | 8.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ASHEVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Asheville | 8.2 mi | 7.9 |
| JULIA STREET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 8.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,717
Median Home Value
$273,800
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
11,933
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BNAI SHALOM DAY SCHOOL Greensboro, NC | 6.6 |
| Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology Jacksonville, NC | 6.6 |
| HILLSBOROUGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hillsborough, NC | 6.5 |
| HOPE ACADEMY GSO Greensboro, NC | 6.5 |
| Sunny View Elementary School Mill Spring, NC | 6.5 |
| Nancy Reynolds Elementary School Westfield, NC | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Learning Community School
What grades does The Learning Community School serve?
The Learning Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Learning Community School?
The Learning Community School has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Learning Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Learning Community School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Learning Community School rank in NC?
The Learning Community School ranks #174 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is The Learning Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Learning Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Learning Community School a private school?
Yes, The Learning 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 The Learning Community School a religious school?
No, The Learning Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 686-3080
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