School Overview
T.C. Roberson High School, located in the scenic area of Asheville, North Carolina, is a prominent secondary school within the Buncombe County School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, offering a robust curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses and various honors programs designed to prepare students for higher education and career readiness. Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, encouraging involvement in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community and maintains a strong tradition of school spirit and academic rigor. Its campus, situated on Overlook Road, provides a focused learning environment supported by dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize student success and social-emotional growth. By fostering an atmosphere of inclusivity and high expectations, T.C. Roberson High School continues to be a central pillar of the Asheville educational landscape, consistently striving to equip its graduates with the tools necessary to navigate an increasingly complex global society.
1,479
Total Students
85.6
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Roberson High
Demographic Student Count
White756
Hispanic382
Black179
Asian43
Two or More107
American Indian4
Pacific Islander8
  • White
    756 (51.1%)
  • Hispanic
    382 (25.8%)
  • Black
    179 (12.1%)
  • Two or More
    107 (7.2%)
  • Asian
    43 (2.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    8 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High 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)654-1765
Website: http://tcrhs.buncombeschools.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,479
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 85.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,474
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 15
Grade 9 373
Grade 10 390
Grade 11 348
Grade 12 353

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Roberson High
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten15
Grade 9373
Grade 10390
Grade 11348
Grade 12353
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Roberson High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female70847.9%
Male77152.1%