At a glance
Reported students
332
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
13.85
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina high enrollment
36th percentile
Compared with 617 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
379.5
Silsa: 332 reported students.
State peer staffing position
83rd percentile
24:1 reported; state peer median 18.3:1. 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
- 344
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Student–teacher ratio
- 24.6:1
What the reported data says about Silsa
Silsa is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Asheville. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Asheville City Schools. NCES reports 332 students for 2024–25.
Among 617 high schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 623 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 36th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24:1, above the North Carolina median of 18.3:1 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 (64.5%) and Black (19.3%). English learners represent 0.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 11 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Silsa
- 1How do the reported 24:1 student–teacher ratio and 13.85 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 39.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White64.5%
- Hispanic10.5%
- Black19.3%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial4.2%
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
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
11 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
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.
Asheville High
High · Grades 09–12
1,221 reported students
Hall Fletcher Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
318 reported students
Ira B Jones Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
369 reported students
Isaac Dickson Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
390 reported students
Claxton Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
405 reported students
Lucy S. Herring Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
255 reported students
Public schools near Silsa
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville High High · Asheville City Schools | 09–12 | 1,221 | under 0.1 mi |
| Early College High · Buncombe County Schools | 09–13 | 271 | 0.2 mi |
| Center for Career Innovation High · Buncombe County Schools | 09–13 | 41 | 0.3 mi |
| Nesbitt Discovery Academy High · Buncombe County Schools | 09–12 | 372 | 2.9 mi |
| Reynolds High High · Buncombe County Schools | 09–12 | 1,169 | 4.6 mi |
| The Franklin School of Innovation High · Charter · The Franklin School of Innovation | 05–12 | 717 | 4.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Silsa
What grades does Silsa serve?
Silsa reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Asheville City Schools.
How many students attend Silsa?
Silsa reported 332 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 36th percentile among 617 North Carolina high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 344 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Silsa?
The calculated ratio is 24:1, based on 332 students and 13.85 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 18.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Silsa a public, charter, or magnet school?
Silsa 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 Silsa students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
39.2% 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 Silsa in?
Silsa 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 Silsa?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Asheville High (under 0.1 mi), Early College (0.2 mi), Center for Career Innovation (0.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.