Serving 372 students in grades 9-12, Nesbitt Discovery Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than 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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Nesbitt Discovery Academy serves the entire district of Asheville, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 637.6 square miles. Families in this zone can expect typical travel times of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with distances from the center to the furthest edge reaching up to 23.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nesbitt Discovery Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nesbitt Discovery Academy's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nesbitt Discovery Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nesbitt Discovery Academy 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
#3 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥95%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
83%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nesbitt Discovery Academy's ranking?
Nesbitt Discovery Academy is ranked #3 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Nesbitt Discovery Academy often compared to?
Nesbitt Discovery Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Early College Of Forsyth Co, Reynolds High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nesbitt Discovery Academy?
The graduation rate of Nesbitt Discovery Academy is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Nesbitt Discovery Academy?
372 students attend Nesbitt Discovery Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Nesbitt Discovery Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nesbitt Discovery Academy?
Nesbitt Discovery Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nesbitt Discovery Academy offer ?
Nesbitt Discovery Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nesbitt Discovery Academy part of?
Nesbitt Discovery Academy is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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