Asheville City Schools - Where all students can and will succeed!

Usually children attend public schools in the areas where they live. In comparison, magnet schools are not defined by area. Instead, those living in the Asheville City Schools district may attend the elementary school of their choice as long as there is racial balance and space available. Specifically, in Asheville City Schools, a magnet program has been developed to allow students to attend the school whose “theme” best matches their interests. Further, all of our magnet schools offer a effective curriculum based on the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.

A key feature of magnet schools is the special subject matter that is not generally offered to students of the same age or grade level in non-magnet schools. The goal of each magnet theme is to promote high achievement, cultural diversity, and choice for curriculum delivery. Asheville City Schools has five magnet themes that have been designed to meet the interests of our children.

For more information, view the documents on this site. Contact Margie Arrowood for more information. 828-350-6190.