Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Candler Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Candler Elementary serves the western part of its school district in Candler, NC, covering an area of approximately 19.1 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Candler Elementary School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
CARING ATTITUDE TEAMWORK SELF-CONTROL
School Rankings
Candler Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Candler Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1273 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
68%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Candler Elementary School's ranking?
Candler Elementary School is ranked #1273 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Candler Elementary School often compared to?
Candler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hominy Valley Elementary School, Pisgah Elementary School, Glen Arden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Candler Elementary School?
381 students attend Candler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Candler Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Candler Elementary School?
Candler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Candler Elementary School offer ?
Candler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Candler Elementary School part of?
Candler Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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