Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lucy S. Herring Elementary School 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School 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 Lucy S. Herring Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#981 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
13%
24%
White
68%
42%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Honeybee
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucy S. Herring Elementary School's ranking?
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School is ranked #981 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lucy S. Herring Elementary School often compared to?
Lucy S. Herring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hall Fletcher Elementary School, Isaac Dickson Elementary School, Francine Delany New School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lucy S. Herring Elementary School?
255 students attend Lucy S. Herring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lucy S. Herring Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucy S. Herring Elementary School?
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lucy S. Herring Elementary School offer ?
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lucy S. Herring Elementary School part of?
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School is part of Asheville City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Lucy S. Herring Elementary School located?
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School is located in the Bear Creek neighborhood of Asheville, NC.
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