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#347 of 404 private schools in NC

Gaston Christian School

School

1625 LOWELL BETHESDA RD, Gastonia, NC 28056

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

853

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

853

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#347 of 404

In Gastonia

#5 of 5

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About Gaston Christian School

Gaston Christian School is a private school in Gastonia, NC. Gaston Christian School serves approximately 853 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Gaston Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.1 pts below NC schools

5.1

This school 5.1 · Average
NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Gaston Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Gaston Christian School compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Gastonia, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

This School

16.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

853

This School

616

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.1

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.1% vs 0%

Black 4.2% vs 0%

Asian 4.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.4% vs 0%

Gaston Christian School Gastonia Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Gaston Christian School (this school)	—	853	15:1	5.1
Ashbrook High	1.7 mi	1,341	26.8:1	3.9
Gardner Park Elementary	1.9 mi	549	13.7:1	4.3
Warlick Academy	2.8 mi	153	17:1	3.4
New Hope Elementary	3.1 mi	541	17.5:1	7.2
W P Grier Middle School	3.1 mi	587	19.6:1	2.8
Sherwood Elementary	3.1 mi	491	14.4:1	3.4
Piedmont Community Charter School	3.5 mi	1,940	15.9:1	6.4
Brookside Elementary	4.0 mi	506	14.9:1	3.6
Hawks Nest STEAM Academy	4.4 mi	351	14.6:1	9.4
Robinson Elementary	4.6 mi	434	16.1:1	3.9
W A Bess Elementary School	4.9 mi	641	16:1	6.7
Woodhill Elementary	4.9 mi	504	14.4:1	3.8
Ridgeview Charter School	4.9 mi	300	21.4:1	5.7
Forestview High	5.2 mi	1,116	21.5:1	6.3
York Chester Middle	5.2 mi	381	15.9:1	5.3
Lingerfeldt Elementary	5.3 mi	411	14.2:1	3.5
Highland Sch of Technology	5.5 mi	528	13.5:1	9.3
Pleasant Ridge Elementary	6.0 mi	882	17.6:1	6.9
Hunter Huss High	6.1 mi	1,134	21.4:1	3.0
H H Beam Elementary	6.1 mi	569	21.1:1	1.7

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.

Classroom Attention

C 2.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,267.2

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 30%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.7 / 10

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Enrollment 853

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NC

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.1%

Black 4.2%

Asian 4.1%

Two or More 3.5%

Hispanic 3.4%

Pacific Islander 1.5%

Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1625 LOWELL BETHESDA RD, Gastonia, NC 28056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gaston Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GASTON DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRAMERTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cramerton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Piedmont Community Charter School (rated 6.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gastonia, see our Gastonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Holbrook Middle Lowell	1.0 mi	786	4.1
CRAMERTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cramerton	1.0 mi	369	6.4
McAdenville Elementary Mcadenville	1.3 mi	174	8.0
Lowell Elementary Lowell	1.8 mi	373	6.3
Ashbrook High Gastonia	1.7 mi	1,341	3.9
Cramerton Middle Cramerton	2.2 mi	919	8.0
Gardner Park Elementary Gastonia	1.9 mi	549	4.3
Stuart W Cramer High Belmont	2.3 mi	956	6.7
Warlick Academy Gastonia	2.8 mi	153	3.4
New Hope Elementary Gastonia	3.1 mi	541	7.2
Belmont Central Elementary Belmont	2.9 mi	687	7.0
North Belmont Elementary Belmont	3.1 mi	334	8.8
W P Grier Middle School Gastonia	3.1 mi	587	2.8
Sherwood Elementary Gastonia	3.1 mi	491	3.4
Piedmont Community Charter School Gastonia	3.5 mi	1,940	6.4
Brookside Elementary Gastonia	4.0 mi	506	3.6
Catawba Heights Elementary Belmont	3.8 mi	253	7.6
GASTON DAY SCHOOL Gastonia	4.3 mi	445	7.8
East Gaston High Mount Holly	4.5 mi	908	4.3
FIRST WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gastonia	3.8 mi	299	6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,422

Median Home Value

$283,800

Median Rent

$1,097/mo

Population

35,963

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

41.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
WAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh, NC	897	5.1
ASHEVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Swannanoa, NC	674	5.0
Carolina International School Concord, NC	769	5.0
CALVARY DAY SCHOOL Winston-Salem, NC	711	5.2
Clover Garden Burlington, NC	950	5.2
College Prep and Leadership Academy Jamestown, NC	868	5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gaston Christian School

What grades does Gaston Christian School serve?

Gaston Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Gaston Christian School?

Gaston Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 853 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gaston Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gaston Christian School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Gaston Christian School rank in NC?

Gaston Christian School ranks #347 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Gaston Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gaston Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Gaston Christian School a private school?

Yes, Gaston Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Gaston Christian School a religious school?

Gaston Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 22 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 853
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Teachers (FTE): 57
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Midsize Suburb
County: Gaston County
Phone: (704) 349-5020

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