Serving 487 students in grades 5-6, North Windy Ridge Intermediate 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 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Windy Ridge Intermediate serves the northern part of Weaverville, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 154.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Windy Ridge Intermediate's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Windy Ridge Intermediate 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 Windy Ridge Intermediate is 0.39, 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
#709 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 21-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 Windy Ridge Intermediate's ranking?
North Windy Ridge Intermediate is ranked #709 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Windy Ridge Intermediate?
487 students attend North Windy Ridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Windy Ridge Intermediate students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Windy Ridge Intermediate?
North Windy Ridge Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Windy Ridge Intermediate offer ?
North Windy Ridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Windy Ridge Intermediate part of?
North Windy Ridge Intermediate is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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