North Buncombe High

890 Clarks Chapel Road
Weaverville, NC 28787

nbhs.buncombeschools.org/

956 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

North Buncombe High School, located in Weaverville, North Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the Buncombe County Schools district. Situated in a scenic area just north of Asheville, the school provides a comprehensive educational environment that emphasizes academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, and community spirit. It is well-regarded for fostering a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to prepare for post-secondary success through a variety of challenging courses and vocational opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, North Buncombe High is known for its strong athletic programs, vibrant arts department, and active student organizations, which play a significant role in the school's culture. The institution prides itself on maintaining a deep connection with the local Weaverville community, often acting as a hub for local events and engagement. By balancing a commitment to high academic standards with a focus on student well-being, the school aims to produce well-rounded graduates ready to contribute positively to their future professional and personal endeavors.

956

Total Students

57.5

Full-Time Teachers

16.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

92.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Buncombe High
Demographic	Student Count
White	744
Hispanic	165
Black	11
Asian	2
Two or More	29
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	2

White
744 (77.8 %)
Hispanic
165 (17.3 %)
Two or More
29 (3.0 %)
Black
11 (1.2 %)
American Indian
3 (0.3 %)
Asian
2 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2 %)

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)645-4221
Website:	http://nbhs.buncombeschools.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	956
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	57.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	887
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 11

Grade 9 239

Grade 10 283

Grade 11 227

Grade 12 196