Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brevard 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brevard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Brevard Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Brevard 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 Brevard Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#860 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
73%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brevard Elementary School's ranking?
Brevard Elementary School is ranked #860 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Brevard Elementary School often compared to?
Brevard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah Forest Elementary School, Brevard Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Brevard Elementary School?
524 students attend Brevard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Brevard Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brevard Elementary School?
Brevard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brevard Elementary School offer ?
Brevard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brevard Elementary School part of?
Brevard Elementary School is part of Transylvania County Schools.
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