School Overview
Asheville High School, located at 419 McDowell Street in Asheville, North Carolina, serves as a prominent educational pillar within the Asheville City Schools district. Known for its historic architecture—most notably its iconic, castle-like facade—the school provides a comprehensive high school experience that emphasizes academic rigor, artistic expression, and athletic achievement. It serves a diverse student body, fostering an environment that encourages both personal growth and community engagement through a wide array of extracurricular activities, clubs, and specialized programs.

Beyond its traditional academic curriculum, Asheville High is recognized for its commitment to preparing students for life beyond graduation, whether through college preparatory pathways, career and technical education, or advanced placement opportunities. The school prides itself on maintaining strong connections with the vibrant Asheville community, leveraging the city's unique cultural landscape to enrich the student experience. By balancing a rich history with a forward-thinking approach to education, Asheville High remains a central hub for learning and development in Western North Carolina.
1,166
Total Students
82.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Asheville High
Demographic Student Count
White765
Hispanic100
Black191
Asian14
Two or More76
American Indian4
Pacific Islander16
  • White
    765 (65.6 %)
  • Black
    191 (16.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    100 (8.6 %)
  • Two or More
    76 (6.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    16 (1.4 %)
  • Asian
    14 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Asheville City Schools
Phone: (828)350-2500
Website: http://www.ashevillecityschools.net/pages/Asheville_High
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,166
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 82.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 495
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 9
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 11
Grade 9 312
Grade 10 303
Grade 11 266
Grade 12 274

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Asheville High
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten11
Grade 9312
Grade 10303
Grade 11266
Grade 12274
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Asheville High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female57349.1%
Male59350.9%