Serving 550 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 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Buncombe Elementary School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Buncombe Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Buncombe Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#730 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
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 #730 out of 2,568 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend West Buncombe Elementary School?
550 students attend West Buncombe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Buncombe Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 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 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Buncombe Elementary School offer ?
West Buncombe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is West Buncombe Elementary School part of?
West Buncombe Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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