Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Black Mountain Primary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Mountain Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Black Mountain Primary's student population of 351 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Black Mountain Primary ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Mountain Primary is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
78%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Mountain Primary's ranking?
Black Mountain Primary is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Black Mountain Primary?
351 students attend Black Mountain Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Black Mountain Primary students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Mountain Primary?
Black Mountain Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Black Mountain Primary offer ?
Black Mountain Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black Mountain Primary part of?
Black Mountain Primary is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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