Private School
Gaston Day School
- A+Overall Grade
- Private
- PK, K-12
- Gastonia, NC
- 63 reviews
- AcademicsA+
- DiversityB+
- TeachersA
- College PrepA+
- Clubs & ActivitiesA
- SportsB
Applying
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$16,385
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
51%
Average Financial Aid
—
From Gaston Day School
Gaston Day students are all connected by tradition and a strong sense of pride in their school.
We offer an experience that goes far beyond what an ordinary curriculum can.
Founded in 1967, Gaston Day School is a nonsectarian, college-preparatory school for grades Preschool through 12 with approximately 500 students and 65 full and part-time faculty and staff.
Gaston Day attracts students from a five county area including Gaston, Mecklenburg, Lincoln, Cleveland, and York and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Academic excellence has become the school’s hallmark: the lower and middle schools score in the top half of the nation’s independent schools on standardized tests; SAT scores on critical reading and math are consistently Gaston County’s highest; and our AP test pass rate is over 80%. Athletics and the fine arts remain integral to the comprehensive education that the school provides.
Gaston Day School Rankings
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Academics
Culture & Safety
Poll
- 100%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.6 responses
Poll
- 67%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.6 responses
Students
Diversity
B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
483
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.7 responses
- 86%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.7 responses
- 86%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.7 responses
Preschool
Annual Cost
$6,700
Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Website
Teachers
Poll
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.10 responses
Poll
- 90%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.10 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
—
Boys Athletic Participation
—
- 60%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.5 responses
- 40%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.5 responses
- 60%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.5 responses
- Cost of LivingB
- Good for FamiliesB-
- HousingB-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$43,985
National
$55,322Median Rent
$806
National
$949Median Home Value
$140,100
National
$184,700Gaston Day School Reviews
63 reviews
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Coming from a large public school where you get lost in the mix, I was most impressed by the fact that students were so welcoming. From the first day I visited, it felt like home. I have been challenged and supported by teachers and coaches and have been encouraged to be involved in activities in and out of the classroom to help me grow. I know I will be successful in College because of the preparation at Gaston Day. The motto TEAM BEFORE SELF, TIRELESS PREPARATION, FIERCE IN COMPETITION applies on the field and also in the classroom. I am blessed to be a Gaston Day Spartan! #SpartanStrong
We have been at Gaston Day School for 4 years, starting in 1st grade. We find the curriculum to be challenging but very balanced. The teachers teach using many tools like projects, field trips, hands on tasks. Not all text. Classes are the right size to allow the teacher to know each child. If a learning difference is detected in a child, GDS has an on-campus Learning Academy with an exceptional staff that work jointly with that child's Teacher. There is a strong community feel on campus. All staff take an interest in your child. Great mentoring program for the Prek/K students with the Lower School students, as well as Lower School students with Upper School students. Parent involvement is strong and welcomed. The college prep program in Upper School is one of the top reasons we attend GDS. Safety/Security at the school is Excellent. Strong sports programs. I recommend GDS to any family looking for a prominent, well-rounded school experience for their child from K-12.
My daughter was not challenged at her previous school and GDS has fulfilled our every expectation. The school has fostered an environment enabling her to thrive at all levels. During the entire admissions process, we were kept well informed and treated like family. All of our questions were answered thoroughly, objectively and professionally. Upon matriculation, she was welcomed and warmly treated by the students and staff alike. The teachers quickly put her on tract to being challenged academically to her fullest ability. She loves the activities to include the sports programs. She even loves the food. GDS has been a godsend for us.