North Buncombe High School is a public high school in Weaverville, North Carolina accommodating over 1000 students in grades 9–12. The school's mascot is the Black Hawk and the school principal is Kevin Yontz.
Serving 929 students in grades 9-12, North Buncombe High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Buncombe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Buncombe High School's student population of 929 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
White, Black
School Rankings
North Buncombe High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Buncombe High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
79%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blackhawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Buncombe High School's ranking?
North Buncombe High School is ranked #220 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Buncombe High School often compared to?
North Buncombe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reynolds High School, Owen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Buncombe High School?
The graduation rate of North Buncombe High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Buncombe High School?
929 students attend North Buncombe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of North Buncombe High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Buncombe High School?
North Buncombe High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Buncombe High School offer ?
North Buncombe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Buncombe High School part of?
North Buncombe High School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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