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Timbersong Black Mountain

530 Upper Flat Creek Rd Weaverville, NC 28787
Tel: (828) 419-8100

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 4-10
  • Enrollment: 32 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Timbersong Black Mountain serves 32 students in grades 4-10.
  • The student:teacher of Timbersong Black Mountain is 5:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 4-10
  • Enrollment: 32 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Timbersong Black Mountain ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Lowest average acceptance rates
School History
Oldest founding date
School Resources
Largest endowments

School Facts

School Type
Alternative School
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades 4-10
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeTimbersong Black Mountain
41
52
64
77
812
95
101
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Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
All-girls
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
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Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Truth and Honor
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990) -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Timbersong Black Mountain cost?
Timbersong Black Mountain's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Timbersong Black Mountain often compared to?
Timbersong Black Mountain is often viewed alongside schools like Village Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Timbersong Black Mountain?
The acceptance rate of Timbersong Black Mountain is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Timbersong Black Mountain's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Timbersong Black Mountain?
Timbersong Black Mountain famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990).
What is Timbersong Black Mountain's ranking?
Timbersong Black Mountain ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Timbersong Black Mountain?
The application deadline for Timbersong Black Mountain is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Buncombe County, NC is $17,876 for elementary schools and $28,639 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Buncombe County, NC is 66% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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