Serving 163 students in grades 4-5, Black Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Black Mountain Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Black Mountain, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 86.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Mountain Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Black Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Mountain Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#712 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Black Mountain Elementary School is ranked #712 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Black Mountain Elementary School?
163 students attend Black Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Black Mountain Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Mountain Elementary School?
Black Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Black Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Black Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black Mountain Elementary School part of?
Black Mountain Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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