Gaston County Schools
- GASTONIA, NC
School District
Gaston County Schools
- GASTONIA, NC
- Rating 3.82 out of 5 104 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B minus
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade B
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade B
- Health & Safetygrade B minus
- Administrationgrade B
- Sportsgrade A
- Foodgrade C minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B minus
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Middle Schools in Gaston County Schools
High Schools in Gaston County Schools
- grade A+
Highland School of Technology
- Rating 4.19 out of 5 234 reviews
- grade A minus
South Point High School
- Rating 3.72 out of 5 168 reviews
- grade B+
Stuart W. Cramer High School
- Rating 3.99 out of 5 77 reviews
- grade B
Forestview High School
- Rating 3.59 out of 5 164 reviews
- grade B
Cherryville High School
- Rating 3.49 out of 5 55 reviews
Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
41%
Percent Proficient - Math
40%
Average Graduation Rate
85%
Average SAT
1120
1,388 responses
Average ACT
24
808 responses
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Students
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
31,193
Free or Reduced Lunch
63.7%
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$43,495
Teachers in First/Second Year
10.8%
Finances
Expenses Per Student
$9,931 / student
National
$12,239- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Good for Familiesgrade B
- Housinggrade B minus
Median Household Income
$50,266
National
$64,994Median Rent
$902
National
$1,096Median Home Value
$162,900
National
$229,800Gaston County Schools Reviews
Rating 3.82 out of 5 104 reviews
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The schools in Gaston County are okay so to say. There have been some incidents at schools where the staff did little to nothing in response to some events that occurred at the school. Personally, that causes a negative view towards the schools and staff since it's known they could do much better. While on the topic of staff, I think there should also be more staffing in schools. When a teacher, for example, is out, substitute teachers are barely available and that causes classes to be large in size which isn't always better in an academic setting. Another thing that should be suggested is diversity in select schools. Like for choice schools, as much as their goal is to have a diversity of students in their classrooms, there is still a large gap. There is little representation of minorities in those schools which cause disadvantages to those people.
Growing up I will always think of what I wanted to be. I would always ask my mom and dad questions about their career choices. My parents told me the key to choosing a career was to think about what I loved to do. I started thinking about my interests and passions. When I enrolled at Highland Tech, I didn't know what to expect. I chose the Computer Engineering Pathway and never looked back. During my freshman year, I successfully received my Microsoft Certification. These classes have helped me gain knowledge to fulfill a career in the technological field. My teachers gave me the guidance and encouragement to pursue may passion and dreams.
When I graduate high school, I will continue my education at North Carolina A &T University. I will pursue a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering. A new chapter that will prepare me for new challenges and opportunities to grow as an individual. I will always remember the guidance of my family, friends, teachers, and community.
When I graduate high school, I will continue my education at North Carolina A &T University. I will pursue a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering. A new chapter that will prepare me for new challenges and opportunities to grow as an individual. I will always remember the guidance of my family, friends, teachers, and community.
While I thoroughly enjoyed the memories I made while attending school within this district, I do not believe they are run as well or as efficiently as they could be. The staff were over worked, underpaid/funded, and often clueless. While the sports and arts programs were rather well-off, again many improvements were needed. I met some of the most driven and interesting people while attending school in this district which is the only reason I'd rank my experience as highly as I do.