Below Average
#2433 of 2,648 schools in NC
Woodfin Elementary
Elementary School · Buncombe County Schools
108 Elk Mountain Road, Asheville, NC 28804
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Asheville
#32 of 34
public schools
North Carolina elementary schools
#1,419 of 1,474
In district
#43 of 45
Buncombe County Schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Woodfin Elementary
Woodfin Elementary is an elementary school located in Asheville, North Carolina, within Buncombe County. With a student body of 115 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, the school provides personalized attention to each child. The campus sits on Elk Mountain Road and offers a supportive learning environment with 14 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to their students.
Woodfin Elementary focuses on fostering a strong community and nurturing young minds through its regular public school curriculum. While the MySchoolScout rating of 2.8/10 indicates that there is room for academic growth, the school continues to strive towards improvement in areas such as ELA/Reading (34% proficient or above) and Math (28% proficient or above). Situated in a large suburban area, Woodfin Elementary benefits from its surrounding community's resources and support.
Woodfin Elementary is set amidst a vibrant suburban neighborhood that contributes to the school’s warm and engaging atmosphere.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 115 students, Woodfin Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, Woodfin Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Woodfin Elementary — Students at Woodfin Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 10 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: 2.6/10.
How Woodfin Elementary Compares
See how Woodfin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 24.5% (2019) to 30% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 44.5% (2019) to 26% (2025).
Location
108 Elk Mountain Road, Asheville, NC 28804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodfin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Buncombe Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Claxton Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASHEVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-BOYS Asheville | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HAWTHORN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 1.1 mi | — |
| FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-GIRLS CAMPUS Asheville | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADENY Asheville | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| THE GOODALE SCHOOL Asheville | 1.8 mi | — |
| ODYSSEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ASHEVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 2.1 mi | — |
| HANGER HALL SCHOOL Asheville | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ASHEVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Asheville | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Emma Elementary Asheville | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Ira B Jones Elementary Asheville | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Eblen Intermediate Asheville | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| West Buncombe Elementary Asheville | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Claxton Elementary Asheville | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JULIA STREET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Asheville | 2.5 mi | — |
| Montford North Star Academy Asheville | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Erwin High Asheville | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,709
Median Home Value
$528,500
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
25,141
College Educated
59.6%
Homeownership
68.7%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
44.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Woodfin Elementary has a median household income of $79,709. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $528,500, with a median rent of $1,399/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A SEA OF LEARNING Morehead City, NC | 4.1 |
| Kings Creek Elementary Lenoir, NC | 3.9 |
| NEW HORIZONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilmington, NC | 3.7 |
| FRIENDSHIP DAY SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES & THE ARTS Charlotte, NC | 4.5 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sylva, NC | 4.5 |
| Appalachian State Univ Academy at Elkin Elkin, NC | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodfin Elementary
What grades does Woodfin Elementary serve?
Woodfin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Woodfin Elementary?
Woodfin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodfin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodfin Elementary is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodfin Elementary rank in NC?
Woodfin Elementary is ranked #2433 out of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Woodfin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodfin Elementary has a composite rating of 4.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Woodfin Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Woodfin Elementary has 28.1% math proficiency and 34.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Woodfin Elementary a charter school?
No, Woodfin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodfin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Woodfin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodfin Elementary?
97.4% of students at Woodfin Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,723/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Asheville). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 232-4287
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Buncombe County Schools- District Enrollment
- 22,172
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,585
- District Rank
- #43 of 45
Other Schools in This District
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