Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-4, West 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 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Buncombe Elementary serves the western part of Asheville, NC, covering an area of approximately 22.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Buncombe Elementary School's student population of 580 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Help the Soaring Eagles!
School Rankings
West 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 West Buncombe Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#700 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
68%
42%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Buncombe Elementary School's ranking?
West Buncombe Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Buncombe Elementary School often compared to?
West Buncombe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Buncombe Elementary School?
580 students attend West Buncombe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of West Buncombe Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Buncombe Elementary School?
West 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 West Buncombe Elementary School offer ?
West Buncombe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Buncombe Elementary School part of?
West Buncombe Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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