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#1414 of 2,648 schools in NC
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy
Elementary School · Northampton County Schools
400 Broughton Street, Gaston, NC 27832
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,414 of 2,648
In Gaston
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Northampton County Schools
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Gaston Stem Leadership Academy
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Gaston, NC, part of Northampton County Schools. Gaston Stem Leadership Academy serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gaston Stem Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,414 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Gaston Stem Leadership Academy show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gaston Stem Leadership Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
54% of students at Gaston Stem Leadership Academy 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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Gaston Stem Leadership Academy — Students at Gaston Stem Leadership Academy score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Gaston Stem Leadership Academy Compares
See how Gaston Stem Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
400 Broughton Street, Gaston, NC 27832
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gaston Stem Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aurelian Springs Institute of Global Lea (rated 7.7/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belmont Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Roanoke Rapids), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Manning Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Roanoke Rapids), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gaston, see our Gaston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,096
Median Home Value
$87,500
Median Rent
$706/mo
Population
2,525
College Educated
12.5%
Homeownership
67.8%
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
53.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gaston Stem Leadership Academy
What grades does Gaston Stem Leadership Academy serve?
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gaston Stem Leadership Academy?
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gaston Stem Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gaston Stem Leadership Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gaston Stem Leadership Academy rank in NC?
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy ranks #1,414 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Gaston Stem Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gaston Stem Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gaston Stem Leadership Academy has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gaston Stem Leadership Academy a charter school?
No, Gaston Stem Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gaston Stem Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Gaston Stem Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gaston Stem Leadership Academy?
99.0% of students at Gaston Stem Leadership Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Northampton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.4%
- Phone
- (252) 537-2520
Resources & Links
District
Northampton County Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,300
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,303
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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