The Mountain Community Sch
Charter School
198 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
The Mountain Community School (TMCS) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded on the principles of community involvement and hands-on learning, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that integrates academic rigor with character development. By utilizing smaller class sizes and a supportive school culture, TMCS aims to foster a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to become active, critical thinkers who are deeply connected to their local community.
The school’s curriculum is distinguished by its focus on experiential learning and environmental stewardship, often incorporating the natural beauty of the Western North Carolina region into daily lessons. TMCS places a strong emphasis on "Whole Child" development, balancing core subjects like literacy and mathematics with arts, physical education, and social-emotional learning. By prioritizing strong relationships between students, teachers, and families, The Mountain Community School strives to provide a personalized educational experience that prepares students not just for high school, but for lifelong success and civic engagement.
The school’s curriculum is distinguished by its focus on experiential learning and environmental stewardship, often incorporating the natural beauty of the Western North Carolina region into daily lessons. TMCS places a strong emphasis on "Whole Child" development, balancing core subjects like literacy and mathematics with arts, physical education, and social-emotional learning. By prioritizing strong relationships between students, teachers, and families, The Mountain Community School strives to provide a personalized educational experience that prepares students not just for high school, but for lifelong success and civic engagement.
198
Total Students
14.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 161 |
| Hispanic | 23 |
| Black | 3 |
| Two or More | 11 |
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White161 (81.3 %)
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Hispanic23 (11.6 %)
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Two or More11 (5.6 %)
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Black3 (1.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | The Mountain Community Sch |
| Phone: | (828)696-8480 |
| Website: | http://www.themountaincommunityschool.com |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 198 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 14.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
21
Grade 1
21
Grade 2
21
Grade 3
23
Grade 4
22
Grade 5
22
Grade 6
23
Grade 7
24
Grade 8
21
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 21 |
| Grade 1 | 21 |
| Grade 2 | 21 |
| Grade 3 | 23 |
| Grade 4 | 22 |
| Grade 5 | 22 |
| Grade 6 | 23 |
| Grade 7 | 24 |
| Grade 8 | 21 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 90 | 45.5% |
| Male | 108 | 54.5% |
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