Excellent
#20 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 5% of private schools
St Michael Catholic School
Elementary School
704 SAINT MICHAELS LN, Gastonia, NC 28052
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#20 of 404
In Gastonia
#1 of 5
public schools
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St Michael Catholic School
Elementary School in Gastonia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Michael Catholic School
St Michael Catholic School is a private elementary school in Gastonia, NC. St Michael Catholic School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, St Michael Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, St Michael Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Michael Catholic 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Michael Catholic School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Gastonia, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Michael Catholic School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elementary | 6.9 |
| Lingerfeldt Elementary | 3.5 |
| York Chester Middle | 5.3 |
| Southwest Middle | 4.3 |
| Webb Street School | 5.0 |
| H H Beam Elementary | 1.7 |
| Gaston Virtual Academy | 5.9 |
| Ridgeview Charter School | 5.7 |
| Woodhill Elementary | 3.8 |
| Sherwood Elementary | 3.4 |
| W P Grier Middle School | 2.8 |
| Piedmont Community Charter School | 6.4 |
| Robinson Elementary | 3.9 |
| Hawks Nest STEAM Academy | 9.4 |
| Edward D Sadler Jr Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Gardner Park Elementary | 4.3 |
| Chapel Grove Elementary | 4.1 |
| Brookside Elementary | 3.6 |
| Warlick Academy | 3.4 |
| W A Bess Elementary School | 6.7 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Gastonia
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
704 SAINT MICHAELS LN, Gastonia, NC 28052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Michael Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawks Nest STEAM Academy (rated 9.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Ridge Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, FIRST WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gastonia, see our Gastonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lingerfeldt Elementary Gastonia | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elementary Gastonia | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gastonia | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Hunter Huss High Gastonia | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| York Chester Middle Gastonia | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Southwest Middle Gastonia | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Webb Street School Gastonia | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| H H Beam Elementary Gastonia | 1.6 mi | 1.7 |
| Ridgeview Charter School Gastonia | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Gaston Virtual Academy Gastonia | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| FIRST WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gastonia | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Highland Sch of Technology Gastonia | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Woodhill Elementary Gastonia | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Sherwood Elementary Gastonia | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| W P Grier Middle School Gastonia | 2.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Robinson Elementary Gastonia | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Hawks Nest STEAM Academy Gastonia | 3.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Piedmont Community Charter School Gastonia | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Edward D Sadler Jr Elementary School Gastonia | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Chapel Grove Elementary Gastonia | 3.9 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,015
Median Home Value
$173,500
Median Rent
$1,058/mo
Population
36,896
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.6
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|---|---|
| ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville, NC | 8.1 |
| Hot Springs Elementary Hot Springs, NC | 8.1 |
| MORGANTON DAY SCHOOL Morganton, NC | 8.1 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh, NC | 8.0 |
| Carolina Community Academy Roxboro, NC | 8.0 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hendersonville, NC | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Michael Catholic School
What grades does St Michael Catholic School serve?
St Michael Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Michael Catholic School?
St Michael Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Michael Catholic School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Michael Catholic School rank in NC?
St Michael Catholic School ranks #20 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is St Michael Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Michael Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Michael Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Michael Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Michael Catholic School a religious school?
St Michael Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Gaston County
- Phone
- (704) 865-4382
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