At a glance
Reported students
670
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
59.2
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina middle enrollment
64th percentile
Compared with 476 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
379.5
Asheville Middle: 670 reported students.
State peer staffing position
4th percentile
11.3:1 reported; state peer median 16.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 623
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9.9:1
What the reported data says about Asheville Middle
Asheville Middle is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Asheville. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Asheville City Schools. NCES reports 670 students for 2024–25.
Among 476 middle schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 591 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 64th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.3:1, below the North Carolina median of 16.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (57.2%) and Black (21.6%). English learners represent 3.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Asheville Middle
- 1How do the reported 11.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 59.2 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 14%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 50.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White57.2%
- Hispanic11%
- Black21.6%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.5%
- Multiracial7.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Asheville City Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Claxton Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
405 reported students
Isaac Dickson Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
390 reported students
Ira B Jones Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
369 reported students
Silsa
High · Grades 09–12
332 reported students
Hall Fletcher Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
318 reported students
Lucy S. Herring Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
255 reported students
Public schools near Asheville Middle
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eblen Intermediate Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 05–06 | 566 | 4 mi |
| Erwin Middle Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 07–08 | 545 | 4.5 mi |
| Enka Intermediate Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 05–06 | 585 | 5.3 mi |
| Reynolds Middle Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 06–08 | 490 | 5.3 mi |
| Enka Middle Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 07–08 | 588 | 6.3 mi |
| Valley Springs Middle Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 05–08 | 654 | 7.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Asheville Middle
What grades does Asheville Middle serve?
Asheville Middle reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Asheville City Schools.
How many students attend Asheville Middle?
Asheville Middle reported 670 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 64th percentile among 476 North Carolina middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 623 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Asheville Middle?
The calculated ratio is 11.3:1, based on 670 students and 59.2 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 16.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Asheville Middle a public, charter, or magnet school?
Asheville Middle is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Asheville City Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Asheville Middle students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
50.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Asheville Middle in?
Asheville Middle is part of Asheville City Schools, based in Asheville, NC, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Asheville Middle?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Eblen Intermediate (4 mi), Erwin Middle (4.5 mi), Enka Intermediate (5.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.