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Gaston Day School

#8 in Best Private High Schools in North Carolina
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private
  • PK, K-12
  • Gastonia, NC
  • 100 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      B+
    Address
    2001 Gaston Day School Rd
    Gastonia, NC 28056
    Telephone
    (704) 864-7744
    Website
    gastonday.org

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $75
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE, TOEFL

    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.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1310
    38 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    29 responses
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    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.10 responses
    Poll
    80%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.10 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 31 responses
    Report
    • Fall Festival
      19%
    • Spirit Week
      19%
    • Junior-Senior retreat
      13%
    • Sunship Earth
      13%
    • Back to School Family Picnic
      6%
    • Graduation
      6%
    • Homecoming
      6%

      Students

      Diversity
      A-
      Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
      Students
      506
      100%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
      91%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
      91%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses

      Preschool

      Annual Cost
      $7,550
      Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
      Starting Age
      3
      Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
      7:1
      Website
      gastonday.org/academics
      Schedule Options
      • Offers Full Week
        —
      • Offers Part Week
        —
      • Offers Full Day
        Yes
      • Offers Part Day
        Yes

      Teachers

      Student-Teacher Ratio
      8:1
      National
      17:1
      Poll
      93%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.14 responses
      Poll
      100%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.14 responses
      Poll
      93%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.14 responses

      Clubs & Activities

      Clubs & Activities
      A+
      Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
      Girls Athletic Participation
      —
      Boys Athletic Participation
      —
      78%
      of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.9 responses
      56%
      of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.9 responses
      78%
      of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.9 responses
      Living in the Area
      B
      Overall Niche Grade
      How are grades calculated?
      1. Cost of Living
        B
      2. Good for Families
        B-
      3. Housing
        B-
      Median Household Income
      $43,985
      National
      $55,322
      Median Rent
      $806
      National
      $949
      Median Home Value
      $140,100
      National
      $184,700

      Gaston Day School Reviews

      100 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
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      I love the kindness and professionalism of the Head of School, Dr. Richard Rankin. He is always helpful in situations and dealing with issues even when they are outside of his control. He knows everything about the school and is even an Alumni! His leadership is inspiring and he is such a positive image for Gaston Day in the community.
      Amazing teachers and nice students! GDS prepares students for the rigors of college and beyond. The students are really down-to-earth. Great English, history, and arts departments.