Asheville Catholic School

"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.".

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 190 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
190 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Asheville Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

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 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

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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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Date
First Day of School
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2024 (Saturday)
Noon Dismissal - Last Day of School
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 190 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Asheville, NC is $14,275 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Asheville, NC is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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