Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Buncombe Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Buncombe Elementary serves the northwest part of Weaverville, NC, covering an area of approximately 46.9 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-15 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 5.2 miles, reaching as far as 7.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Buncombe Elementary School's student population of 593 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Buncombe 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 North Buncombe Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#716 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-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 North Buncombe Elementary School's ranking?
North Buncombe Elementary School is ranked #716 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Buncombe Elementary School often compared to?
North Buncombe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weaverville Elementary School, Oakley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Buncombe Elementary School?
593 students attend North Buncombe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of North Buncombe Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Buncombe Elementary School?
North Buncombe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Buncombe Elementary School offer ?
North Buncombe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Buncombe Elementary School part of?
North Buncombe Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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