For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,084 students in Gatesville, NC.
The top ranked public schools in Gatesville, NC are Gatesville Elementary School, Gates County Senior High School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gatesville, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Gatesville have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gatesville, NC (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gatesville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
709 North Main Street
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0613
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0613
Grades: PK-5
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Gates County Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
088 Hwy 158 West
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0720
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0720
Grades: 9-12
| 479 students
Rank: #33.
Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
362 Us Hwy 158 W
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0470
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0470
Grades: 6-8
| 345 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gatesville, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Gatesville, NC include Gatesville Elementary School, Gates County Senior High School and Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Gatesville?
3 public schools are located in Gatesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Gatesville?
Gatesville public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Gatesville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Gatesville include: Central Middle School vs. Gates County Senior High School, Gates County Senior High School vs. Central Middle School
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