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)
- 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)
Top Rankings
Timbersong Black Mountain ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-10
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
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)
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 81%. 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).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Timbersong Black Mountain vs. Village Academy
The nearest high school to Timbersong Black Mountain is Timbersong Academy (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Little Ivy Baptist Academy (5.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Blue Ridge Montessori School (7.8 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Timbersong Academy
All-girls | Alternative School
531 Upper Flat Creek Rd
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 645-1919
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 645-1919
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students
Little Ivy Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1053 Crossroads Pkwy
Mars Hill, NC 28754
(828) 689-2828
Mars Hill, NC 28754
(828) 689-2828
5.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 21 students
Mt. Sheba Christan Academy
(Baptist)
20 Old Jupiter Rd
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 658-1417
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 658-1417
6.3 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 20 students
38 Sycamore Road
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 281-0505
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 281-0505
7.8 miles
Gr: NS | 20 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Reynolds Mountain Christian Acadeny
(Christian)
20 Reynolds Mountain Blvd
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 645-8053
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 645-8053
8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 174 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Timbersong Academy
All-girls | Alternative School
531 Upper Flat Creek Rd
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 645-1919
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 645-1919
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students
Little Ivy Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1053 Crossroads Pkwy
Mars Hill, NC 28754
(828) 689-2828
Mars Hill, NC 28754
(828) 689-2828
5.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 21 students
Mt. Sheba Christan Academy
(Baptist)
20 Old Jupiter Rd
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 658-1417
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 658-1417
6.3 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 20 students
Reynolds Mountain Christian Acadeny
(Christian)
20 Reynolds Mountain Blvd
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 645-8053
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 645-8053
8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 174 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Eliada Academy
Special Education School
2 Compton Drive
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 575-2522
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 575-2522
10 miles
Gr: 1-11 | 21 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Little Ivy Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1053 Crossroads Pkwy
Mars Hill, NC 28754
(828) 689-2828
Mars Hill, NC 28754
(828) 689-2828
5.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 21 students
Mt. Sheba Christan Academy
(Baptist)
20 Old Jupiter Rd
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 658-1417
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 658-1417
6.3 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 20 students
Reynolds Mountain Christian Acadeny
(Christian)
20 Reynolds Mountain Blvd
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 645-8053
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 645-8053
8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 174 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Asheville Catholic School ![Asheville Catholic School Photo]( "Asheville Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
12 Culvern St
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 252-7896
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 252-7896
8.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1990 Riverside Drive
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 348-4320
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 348-4320
9.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 144 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
38 Sycamore Road
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 281-0505
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 281-0505
7.8 miles
Gr: NS | 20 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Asheville Catholic School ![Asheville Catholic School Photo]( "Asheville Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
12 Culvern St
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 252-7896
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 252-7896
8.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hawthorn Montessori School
Montessori School
871 Riverside Dr
Asheville, NC 28804
(410) 903-6714
Asheville, NC 28804
(410) 903-6714
9.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 23 students
Asheville Montessori School
Montessori School
15 Julia St
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 645-3433
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 645-3433
10 miles
Gr: PK-K | 70 students
90 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 259-3653
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 259-3653
10.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 155 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Canton Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
60 Penland St
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3467
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3467
8902.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Pisgah High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Black Bear Drive
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3440
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3440
8902.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 859 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Meadowbrook Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
85 Morningstar Rd
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3445
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3445
8902.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 198 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
North Canton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
60 Thompson St
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3444
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3444
8902.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Pisgah Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1495 Pisgah Hwy
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5023
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5023
8905.1 miles
Gr: K-4 | 162 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
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