School Overview
The Mountain Community School (TMCS) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded on the principles of community involvement and hands-on learning, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that integrates academic rigor with character development. By utilizing smaller class sizes and a supportive school culture, TMCS aims to foster a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to become active, critical thinkers who are deeply connected to their local community.

The school’s curriculum is distinguished by its focus on experiential learning and environmental stewardship, often incorporating the natural beauty of the Western North Carolina region into daily lessons. TMCS places a strong emphasis on "Whole Child" development, balancing core subjects like literacy and mathematics with arts, physical education, and social-emotional learning. By prioritizing strong relationships between students, teachers, and families, The Mountain Community School strives to provide a personalized educational experience that prepares students not just for high school, but for lifelong success and civic engagement.
190
Total Students
13.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for The Mountain Community Sch
Demographic Student Count
White158
Hispanic17
Black2
Two or More13
  • White
    158 (83.2%)
  • Hispanic
    17 (8.9%)
  • Two or More
    13 (6.8%)
  • Black
    2 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: The Mountain Community Sch
Phone: (828)696-8480
Website: http://www.themountaincommunityschool.com
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 190
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 20
Grade 1 20
Grade 2 19
Grade 3 22
Grade 4 22
Grade 5 22
Grade 6 25
Grade 7 23
Grade 8 17

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for The Mountain Community Sch
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten20
Grade 120
Grade 219
Grade 322
Grade 422
Grade 522
Grade 625
Grade 723
Grade 817
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for The Mountain Community Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female9348.9%
Male9751.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)