Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences serves 113 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10% in NC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences's student population of 113 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
24%
25%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences?
113 students attend Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences students are White, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences?
Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences offer ?
Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences part of?
Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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