Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences serves 155 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 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- 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 155 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences is 0.70, which is less 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
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
19%
25%
White
47%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences?
155 students attend Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences students are White, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences?
Gaston Early College Of Medical Sciences has a student ration of 17:1, 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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