2022 Best public schools in Asheville

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Parent: Francine Delay has been amazing for my son! They do so many cool activities and projects that keep him really engaged! I love how responsive the teachers are! My son had speech delays starting kindergarten and his teacher went above and beyond to make sure he felt confident speaking up in class! There is a really wonderful community feeling at Francine Delany, it's a really incredible school!... Read 1 review
#17 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Francine Delany New School
Public School,
ASHEVILLE, NC,
K-8,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Francine Delay has been amazing for my son! They do so many cool activities and projects that keep him really engaged! I love how responsive the teachers are! My son had speech delays starting....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 182,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
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Junior: What I really like about Nesbitt Discovery Academy is the community. The school is much smaller than that of a traditional high school, but the faculty and students have established a welcoming environment. The teachers and students interact all the time, even during a pandemic. As a fellow student, I have experienced encouragement and support from countless individuals. One of the biggest reasons why I like this school is because of the teachers. They are AMAZING! What I'd like to see more of is recognition for the school. I think we deserve more recognition than we currently get. I would've liked to see more of my peers interested in this school back in middle school. Otherwise, I'd say my experience has been memorable.... Read 43 reviews
#31 Best Public High Schools in North Carolina.
Martin L. Nesbitt, Jr. Discovery Academy
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
9-12,
43 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Junior says What I really like about Nesbitt Discovery Academy is the community. The school is much smaller than that of a traditional high school, but the faculty and students have established a welcoming....
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Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 381,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,
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#58 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
The Mountain Community School
Public School,
HENDERSONVILLE, NC,
K-8,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 197,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
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Parent: Wonderful school with a great curriculum. We have been here from the beginning, and we have had a great experience. It feels like family here. Our students are thriving. They have more than just reading and math: our kids have studied science, social studies, art, music, and other special classes, and Spanish in K-5, and our oldest is now taking Latin in middle school. Excellent education! Great teachers! We love the fact that they provide busing, too!... Read 8 reviews
Sponsored Result, Excelsior Classical Academy
Blue checkmark.
Public School,
DURHAM, NC,
K-10,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 4.9 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Wonderful school with a great curriculum. We have been here from the beginning, and we have had a great experience. It feels like family here. Our students are thriving. They have more than just....
Read 8 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 926,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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#46 Best Public Middle Schools in North Carolina.
Montford North Star Academy
Asheville City Schools, NC,
6-8,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 231,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
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#87 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Isaac Dickson Elementary School
Asheville City Schools, NC,
PK, K-5,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 419,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#93 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Glenn C. Marlow Elementary School
Henderson County Schools, NC,
K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 559,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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#101 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Ira B. Jones Elementary School
Asheville City Schools, NC,
PK, K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 380,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
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Senior: The teachers at T.C. Roberson is what makes the school so loved. They willing sacrifice their mornings and hours after school to ensure no student is struggling in their class. It is very rare to find a community of teachers that prioritizes building a relationship with each individual student when in a big school. Having teachers that genuinely cared about my day and wanted to know what they could do to help was the most encouraging part of my day. The school values supporting each student and aims for inclusivity. One area that could be improve is the opportunities available after Covid. It can be hard now for freshman to make friends, and to become involved in school activities since there is restrictions for social distancing.... Read 225 reviews
#77 Best Public High Schools in North Carolina.
T.C. Roberson High School
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
9-12,
225 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says The teachers at T.C. Roberson is what makes the school so loved. They willing sacrifice their mornings and hours after school to ensure no student is struggling in their class. It is very rare to....
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Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 1,442,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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#110 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Hendersonville Elementary School
Henderson County Schools, NC,
K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 325,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#112 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Glen Arden Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
K-4,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 506,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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Senior: This school has definitely been a large contributor to who I am today! As a Senior, looking back at how SILSA has shaped me and reminded me how important community is, I realize that I'll take that into the world and build some awesome professional relationships in the future. SILSA has a wonderful environment for friends (friends with teachers, classmates, administration, etc) and maintains that throughout all four years. My favorite things about SILSA include that environment, the ability to take ANY AB Tech class (within reason, we can't take the brewing classes, of course.), and the amazing, sometimes art-based core classes. I definitely think we have some space to improve in terms of certain teachers taking the "directing your own learning" promise a bit too far, but overall, it's a great place. Please send your children here.... Read 66 reviews
#81 Best Public High Schools in North Carolina.
School of Inquiry & Life Sciences
Asheville City Schools, NC,
9-12,
66 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says This school has definitely been a large contributor to who I am today! As a Senior, looking back at how SILSA has shaped me and reminded me how important community is, I realize that I'll take that....
Read 66 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 338,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,
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#130 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Evergreen Community Charter School
Blue checkmark.
Public School,
ASHEVILLE, NC,
K-8,
4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Focused on the issues of today. Great teachers dedicated to their students’ education and well being..
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Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 441,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
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#143 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Vance Elementary School
Asheville City Schools, NC,
K-5,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says This school was amazing! Beautiful music room and “Planetorium” brings the creativity alive! The teachers are also great as well, as they care for the students and teach well..
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 315,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,
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#97 Best Public High Schools in North Carolina.
Buncombe County Early College
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
9-12,
33 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I'm going to be graduating from Buncombe County Early College this upcoming semester and overall, my experience was really great! The learning environment is wonderful and the teachers care about....
Read 33 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 264,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 20 to 1,
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#93 Best Public Middle Schools in North Carolina.
North Windy Ridge School
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
5-6,
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 496,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#98 Best Public Middle Schools in North Carolina.
Rugby Middle School
Henderson County Schools, NC,
6-8,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says It was a very nice experience, very nice students and teachers greeted me. There are, however, things I would change. The school is not super diverse; most people are pro-conservative, and I am a....
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Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 828,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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#179 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Claxton Elementary School
Asheville City Schools, NC,
K-5,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says Still is my favorite school. Been going there for two years now and will be graduating this year! This school is an excellent elementary school and sending your kids there is a great idea. They have....
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Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 403,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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#111 Best Public High Schools in North Carolina.
Asheville High School
Asheville City Schools, NC,
9-12,
176 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I loved my experience at Asheville High! I made many friends and great teacher connections over my four years. Improvements concerning student and teacher communication must be worked on and....
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Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 1,111,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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#200 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
West Buncombe Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
K-4,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says All of the teachers, counselors and principal worked together to help my daughter move up a grade early. This is not generally done in this disrict, but they knew this was the best for her and worked....
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 547,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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#116 Best Public High Schools in North Carolina.
The Franklin School of Innovation
Blue checkmark.
Public School,
ASHEVILLE, NC,
5-12,
33 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says The Franklin School of Innovation has been a good fit for both my kids. The teachers and administration have been great. FSI focuses on a more hands on approach, rather then learning straight from....
Read 33 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 642,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
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Senior: Overall high school was a decent experience, even though the mean girls and the stereotypical athletes were real the teachers actually care about their students. They spend a majority of their time doing things to aid us and help us to succeed in life! The only thing that I would change is certain school regulations dominate the school and sometimes it feels like administration does not actually care about the well being of their students but the appearance of the school.... Read 205 reviews
#118 Best Public High Schools in North Carolina.
A.C. Reynolds High School
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
9-12,
205 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Overall high school was a decent experience, even though the mean girls and the stereotypical athletes were real the teachers actually care about their students. They spend a majority of their time....
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Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 1,132,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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#213 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
Weaverville Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
2-4,
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 318,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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Parent: As a parent and student, middle school can seem like very scary years. The staff and administration put those fears to rest the way they deeply care about students and their success in and out of the classroom. Academically my kids have done well and shown great growth particularly in math. The school also offers a variety of exploratory classes in addition to the core academics, helping students figure out their interest. North Buncombe Middle also has strong athletic programs and after school clubs to help develop the student outside of the classroom. Our family has had a great experience at North Buncombe Middle School.... Read 2 reviews
#132 Best Public Middle Schools in North Carolina.
North Buncombe Middle School
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
7-8,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says As a parent and student, middle school can seem like very scary years. The staff and administration put those fears to rest the way they deeply care about students and their success in and out of the....
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Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 544,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#141 Best Public Middle Schools in North Carolina.
Cane Creek Middle School
Blue checkmark.
Buncombe County Schools, NC,
6-8,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says I don’t like the students at cane creek, but that is my only complaint. The teachers are ok, and the academics could be better, but overall it’s a pretty good school..
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 491,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#238 Best Public Elementary Schools in North Carolina.
ArtSpace Charter School
Blue checkmark.
Public School,
SWANNANOA, NC,
K-8,
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 396,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
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Works Here: I have been a teacher assistant with RCS for 6 years, & I have been at the same school for 5 years. Having the opportunity to work with & watch the same students grow from shy kindergarteners with a whole world of potential, to young citizens going to middle school, is so special to me. The bonds I have made with students & their families, are priceless & lifelong. There is no other place I would rather teach, than at Rockingham County Schools.... Read 51 reviews
Sponsored Result, Rockingham County Schools
Blue checkmark.
School District,
Eden, NC,
51 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Works Here says I have been a teacher assistant with RCS for 6 years, & I have been at the same school for 5 years. Having the opportunity to work with & watch the same students grow from shy kindergarteners with a whole world of potential, to young citizens going to middle school, is so special to me. The bonds I....
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Students: 11,186,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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Parent: Parent of two students - one current, one just graduated. More than a school: a "community" we've been a part of since Kindergarten. Gotten better each year, and reassuring to see our kids go and leave school happy and enthusiastic every day! Very attentive, creative and engaged faculty and administration. Positive and supportive faith and values based environment. Hard to do everything as a smaller school, but what they do, they do exceptionally well. Small classes lead to a great learning environment, but naturally challenge extracurriculars and athletics. Excellent art and STEM. Interesting diversity from international students. Buildings and grounds are in great shape and constantly being improved. Our graduate will be attending one of the most competitive private HS in the region, and totally ready to go! Looking forward to launching #2. We are happy every day that we made the right decision 10 years ago. WES lives up to "Kind. Confident. Prepared." in every way.... Read 28 reviews
Sponsored Result, Washington Episcopal School
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
BETHESDA, MD,
PK, K-8,
28 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Parent of two students - one current, one just graduated. More than a school: a "community" we've been a part of since Kindergarten. Gotten better each year, and reassuring to see our kids go and....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 326,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,
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2022 Best public schools in Asheville

Francine Delany New School

Francine Delany New School

Martin L. Nesbitt, Jr. Discovery Academy

Martin L. Nesbitt, Jr. Discovery Academy

The Mountain Community School

The Mountain Community School

Excelsior Classical Academy

Sponsored Result, Excelsior Classical Academy

Montford North Star Academy

Montford North Star Academy

Isaac Dickson Elementary School

Isaac Dickson Elementary School

Glenn C. Marlow Elementary School

Glenn C. Marlow Elementary School

Ira B. Jones Elementary School

Ira B. Jones Elementary School

T.C. Roberson High School

T.C. Roberson High School

Hendersonville Elementary School

Hendersonville Elementary School

Glen Arden Elementary School

Glen Arden Elementary School

School of Inquiry & Life Sciences

School of Inquiry & Life Sciences

Evergreen Community Charter School

Evergreen Community Charter School

Vance Elementary School

Vance Elementary School

Buncombe County Early College

Buncombe County Early College

North Windy Ridge School

North Windy Ridge School

Rugby Middle School

Rugby Middle School

Claxton Elementary School

Claxton Elementary School

Asheville High School

Asheville High School

West Buncombe Elementary School

West Buncombe Elementary School

The Franklin School of Innovation

The Franklin School of Innovation

A.C. Reynolds High School

A.C. Reynolds High School

Weaverville Elementary School

Weaverville Elementary School

North Buncombe Middle School

North Buncombe Middle School

Cane Creek Middle School

Cane Creek Middle School

ArtSpace Charter School

ArtSpace Charter School

Rockingham County Schools

Sponsored Result, Rockingham County Schools

Washington Episcopal School

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