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Bessemer City Primary
Elementary School · Gaston County Schools
1320 North 12th Street, Bessemer City, NC 28016
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,605 of 2,648
In Bessemer City
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#27 of 56
Gaston County Schools
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Bessemer City Primary
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About Bessemer City Primary
Bessemer City Primary is a public elementary school in Bessemer City, NC, part of Gaston County Schools. Bessemer City Primary serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bessemer City Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,605 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Bessemer City Primary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bessemer City Primary Compares
See how Bessemer City Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1320 North 12th Street, Bessemer City, NC 28016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bessemer City Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Gastonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Ridge Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Gastonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carr Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bessemer City, see our Bessemer City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bessemer City Central Elem Bessemer City | 0.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Bessemer City High Bessemer City | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Bessemer City Middle Bessemer City | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Edward D Sadler Jr Elementary School Gastonia | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Costner Elementary Dallas | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Tryon Elementary Bessemer City | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Gaston Virtual Academy Gastonia | 4.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Webb Street School Gastonia | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| East Elementary Kings Mountain | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| North Elementary Kings Mountain | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Gaston Early College High School Dallas | 4.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elementary Gastonia | 5.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences Dallas | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Highland Sch of Technology Gastonia | 5.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Hunter Huss High Gastonia | 5.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Carr Elementary Dallas | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gastonia | 5.8 mi | 8.1 |
| York Chester Middle Gastonia | 5.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Ridgeview Charter School Gastonia | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| West Elementary Kings Mountain | 6.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,058
Median Home Value
$187,600
Median Rent
$880/mo
Population
12,882
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Banks Elementary Kinston, NC | 5.8 |
| Bethesda Elementary Durham, NC | 5.8 |
| Boone Trail Elementary Mamers, NC | 5.8 |
| Brevard Elementary Brevard, NC | 5.8 |
| C C Wright Elementary School North Wilkesboro, NC | 5.8 |
| Deep Branch Elementary Lumberton, NC | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bessemer City Primary
What grades does Bessemer City Primary serve?
Bessemer City Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Bessemer City Primary?
Bessemer City Primary has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bessemer City Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bessemer City Primary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bessemer City Primary rank in NC?
Bessemer City Primary ranks #1,605 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Bessemer City Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bessemer City Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bessemer City Primary a charter school?
No, Bessemer City Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bessemer City Primary a Title I school?
No, Bessemer City Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bessemer City Primary?
99.3% of students at Bessemer City Primary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Gaston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (704) 836-9109
Resources & Links
District
Gaston County Schools- District Enrollment
- 30,253
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,190
- District Rank
- #27 of 56
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