Overview

Leicester Elementary is a public school in Leicester, NC, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 29 elementary schools in Buncombe County Schools.

School Rating

Leicester Elementary is performing average compared to public and charter schools in North Carolina with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

31 Gilbert Road
Leicester, NC 28748
School leader: Ms Penny Caldwell
(828) 683-2341
(828) 683-9179
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