School Overview
T.C. Roberson High School, located in the scenic area of Asheville, North Carolina, is a prominent secondary school within the Buncombe County School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, offering a robust curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses and various honors programs designed to prepare students for higher education and career readiness. Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, encouraging involvement in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community and maintains a strong tradition of school spirit and academic rigor. Its campus, situated on Overlook Road, provides a focused learning environment supported by dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize student success and social-emotional growth. By fostering an atmosphere of inclusivity and high expectations, T.C. Roberson High School continues to be a central pillar of the Asheville educational landscape, consistently striving to equip its graduates with the tools necessary to navigate an increasingly complex global society.
1,491
Total Students
95.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Roberson High
Demographic Student Count
White858
Hispanic338
Black132
Asian50
Two or More101
American Indian4
Pacific Islander8
  • White
    858 (57.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    338 (22.7 %)
  • Black
    132 (8.9 %)
  • Two or More
    101 (6.8 %)
  • Asian
    50 (3.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    8 (0.5 %)
  • 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: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Buncombe County Schools
Phone: (828)654-1765
Website: http://tcrhs.buncombeschools.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,491
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 95.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,474
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 13
Grade 9 366
Grade 10 410
Grade 11 358
Grade 12 344

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Roberson High
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten13
Grade 9366
Grade 10410
Grade 11358
Grade 12344
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Roberson High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female68946.2%
Male80253.8%