School Overview
Candler Elementary School is a public school located in the heart of Candler, North Carolina, serving as part of the Buncombe County Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the primary grades, focusing on academic excellence, character development, and the cultivation of fundamental skills necessary for long-term educational success. By leveraging the resources of a larger county district while maintaining the close-knit feel of a community-centered campus, the school aims to prepare its students to become productive, responsible members of their community.

The school’s website highlights an emphasis on transparency, community involvement, and strong communication between educators and families. With a focus on the "whole child," Candler Elementary provides a balanced curriculum that incorporates core academic subjects with opportunities for personal growth. The school serves as a cornerstone for the Candler area, providing a stable and nurturing foundation for children during their formative years and encouraging a collaborative partnership between parents, teachers, and administrators to ensure every student reaches their full potential.
381
Total Students
27.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Candler Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White260
Hispanic90
Black20
Two or More10
American Indian1
  • White
    260 (68.2%)
  • Hispanic
    90 (23.6%)
  • Black
    20 (5.2%)
  • Two or More
    10 (2.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary 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)670-5018
Website: http://ces.buncombeschools.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 4th
Total Students: 381
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 378
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 13
Kindergarten 95
Grade 1 62
Grade 2 77
Grade 3 65
Grade 4 69

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Candler Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten13
Kindergarten95
Grade 162
Grade 277
Grade 365
Grade 469
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Candler Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18949.6%
Male19250.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)