Serving 332 students in grades 9-12, Silsa ranks in the top 5% 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% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for the School of Inquiry and Life Sciences encompasses the entire district of Asheville, NC, covering approximately 22.3 square miles. This area typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 7.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silsa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Silsa's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silsa ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silsa is 0.53, 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
#102 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥80%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 Silsa's ranking?
Silsa is ranked #102 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Silsa often compared to?
Silsais often viewed alongside schools like Asheville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silsa?
The graduation rate of Silsa is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Silsa?
332 students attend Silsa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Silsa students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silsa?
Silsa has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silsa offer ?
Silsa offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silsa part of?
Silsa is part of Asheville City Schools.
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