At a glance
Reported students
566
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
37.86
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
05–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina middle enrollment
47th percentile
Compared with 476 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
490
Eblen Intermediate: 566 reported students.
State peer staffing position
30th percentile
14.9:1 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
- 593
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.4:1
What the reported data says about Eblen Intermediate
Eblen Intermediate is a public middle school serving grades 05–06 in Asheville. It is one of 45 current school records connected to Buncombe County Schools. NCES reports 566 students for 2024–25.
Among 476 middle schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 591 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 47th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.9:1, close to 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 (53.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (33%). English learners represent 18.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.5%. 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 Eblen Intermediate
- 1How do the reported 14.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 37.86 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 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 18.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 99.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.3
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.6
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White53.2%
- Hispanic33%
- Black8.7%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial3.9%
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 Buncombe County Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Enka Intermediate
Middle · Grades 05–06
585 reported students
Erwin Middle
Middle · Grades 07–08
545 reported students
Enka Middle
Middle · Grades 07–08
588 reported students
North Buncombe Middle
Middle · Grades 07–08
516 reported students
Cane Creek Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
499 reported students
Reynolds Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
490 reported students
Public schools near Eblen Intermediate
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erwin Middle Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 07–08 | 545 | 0.6 mi |
| Asheville Middle Middle · Asheville City Schools | 06–08 | 670 | 4 mi |
| Enka Middle Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 07–08 | 588 | 5.3 mi |
| Enka Intermediate Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 05–06 | 585 | 5.3 mi |
| North Buncombe Middle Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 07–08 | 516 | 7.5 mi |
| North Windy Ridge Intermediate Middle · Buncombe County Schools | 05–06 | 487 | 8.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Eblen Intermediate
What grades does Eblen Intermediate serve?
Eblen Intermediate reports grades 05–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Buncombe County Schools.
How many students attend Eblen Intermediate?
Eblen Intermediate reported 566 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 47th percentile among 476 North Carolina middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 593 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Eblen Intermediate?
The calculated ratio is 14.9:1, based on 566 students and 37.86 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 Eblen Intermediate a public, charter, or magnet school?
Eblen Intermediate is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Buncombe County Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Eblen Intermediate students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
99.3% 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 Eblen Intermediate in?
Eblen Intermediate is part of Buncombe County Schools, based in Asheville, NC, which operates 45 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Eblen Intermediate?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Erwin Middle (0.6 mi), Asheville Middle (4 mi), Enka Middle (5.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.