For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 861 students in Gaston, IN.
The top ranked public schools in Gaston, IN are Wes-del Middle/senior High School and Wes-del Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gaston, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Gaston have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Gaston, IN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wes-del Middle/senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10000 N Cr 600 W
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-4091
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-4091
Grades: 6-12
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
Wes-del Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Jackson St
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-3079
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-3079
Grades: K-5
| 418 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wes-del Preschool
Magnet School
201 Elm Street
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-3335
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-3335
Grades: PK
| 13 students
Gaston, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
9710 W Cr 500 N
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-3441
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-3441
Grades: 3-5
| 180 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gaston, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Gaston, IN include Wes-del Middle/senior High School and Wes-del Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gaston?
3 public schools are located in Gaston.
What is the racial composition of students in Gaston?
Gaston public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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