School Overview
Clyde A. Erwin High School, located on Lees Creek Road in Asheville, North Carolina, is a comprehensive public high school serving the Buncombe County Schools district. The school is known for its strong emphasis on fostering a supportive community environment while preparing students for diverse post-graduation paths. With a mascot of the Warriors, the school places a significant focus on student engagement, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and academic pathways designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body.

Academically, Erwin High provides a range of rigorous coursework, including Advanced Placement (AP) classes and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, aimed at helping students develop practical skills for both college and the workforce. The school’s administration and faculty prioritize a culture of inclusivity and academic growth, striving to create a learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. Through its commitment to excellence and community involvement, Erwin High continues to be a central institution for education and development in the Asheville area.
1,096
Total Students
76.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Erwin High
Demographic Student Count
White569
Hispanic357
Black91
Asian11
Two or More44
American Indian5
Pacific Islander19
  • White
    569 (51.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    357 (32.6 %)
  • Black
    91 (8.3 %)
  • Two or More
    44 (4.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    19 (1.7 %)
  • Asian
    11 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Buncombe County Schools
Phone: (828)232-4251
Website: http://caehs.buncombeschools.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,096
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 76.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,010
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 14
Grade 9 323
Grade 10 280
Grade 11 245
Grade 12 234

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Erwin High
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten14
Grade 9323
Grade 10280
Grade 11245
Grade 12234
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Erwin High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52648%
Male57052%