Serving 566 students in grades 5-6, Eblen Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eblen Intermediate serves the west part of Asheville, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 109.4 square miles. Families can generally expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eblen Intermediate's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Eblen Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eblen Intermediate is 0.61, 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
#1895 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
33%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eblen Intermediate's ranking?
Eblen Intermediate is ranked #1895 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Eblen Intermediate often compared to?
Eblen Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like The Franklin School Of Innovation, Koontz Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Eblen Intermediate?
566 students attend Eblen Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Eblen Intermediate students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eblen Intermediate?
Eblen Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eblen Intermediate offer ?
Eblen Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eblen Intermediate part of?
Eblen Intermediate is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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