Asheville Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 190 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,277
Acceptance rate: 29%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Asheville Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Asheville Catholic School
Pre-K	11
Kind	17
1	22
2	17
3	17
4	17
5	29
6	20
7	25
8	15

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2001

School Motto

At Asheville Catholic School we answer Christ’s call. We lead and serve by example, asking God to light the way each and every day.

Student Body

Total Students

190 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

28%

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,277

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Tuition Notes

At Asheville Catholic School we accept NC Opportunity Scholarship!

Acceptance Rate

29%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

GolfSoccer

Volleyball

School Mascot

Panther

School Notes

"Asheville Catholic School integrates Roman Catholic tradition and principles in a comprehensive instructional program.
We guide our students to become Christian leaders and inspire them to become life-long learners capable of living to the fullest potential in our world.
Catholic education strives to educate the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, socially, intellectually, artistically, and physically.
Our curricula and co-curricular activities are designed to instill in each student a reverence for God and all his creation, and to affirm the rich diversity of our students, families, teachers, and priests, while building positive community involvement.
We have a proven track record educating children to become people 'with and for others' in the Christian spirit of service education.
Indeed, our talented graduates have an established record of academic success and extra curricular involvement.
At Asheville Catholic School we create ideal conditions for learning and leadership to flourish.
Art, computer, library, music, physical education, and Spanish is offered at every level.
Subjects are departmentalized in the middle school classes to prepare our grades 5th to 8th students for high school.
All classes participate in fieldtrips to educational and cultural destinations throughout the Buncombe County area.
Our after school programs include athletics, Battle of the Books, chess, drama, school newspaper, and tutoring.".

"Asheville Catholic School integrates Roman Catholic tradition and principles in a comprehensive instructional program. We guide our students to become Christian leaders and inspire them to become life-long learners capable of living to the fullest potential in our world. Catholic education strives to educate the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, socially, intellectually, artistically, and physically. Our curricula and co-curricular activities are designed to instill in each student a reverence for God and all his creation, and to affirm the rich diversity of our students, families, teachers, and priests, while building positive community involvement. We have a proven track record educating children to become people 'with and for others' in the Christian spirit of service education. Indeed, our talented graduates have an established record of academic success and extra curricular involvement. At Asheville Catholic School we create ideal conditions for learning and leadership to flourish. Art, computer, library, music, physical education, and Spanish is offered at every level. Subjects are departmentalized in the middle school classes to prepare our grades 6 to 8 students for high school. All classes participate in fieldtrips to educational and cultural destinations throughout the Buncombe County area. Our after school programs include athletics, Battle of the Books, chess, drama, school newspaper, and tutoring."

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Asheville Catholic School cost?

Asheville Catholic School's tuition is approximately $14,277 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Asheville Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of Asheville Catholic School is 29%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Asheville Catholic School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Asheville Catholic School offer?

Asheville Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Asheville Catholic School's ranking?

Asheville Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for Asheville Catholic School?

The application deadline for Asheville Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Asheville, NC is $14,514 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Asheville, NC is 65% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).