Gaston Day School

Gaston Day School is a nonsectarian, college-preparatory school located in Gastonia, North Carolina. Founded in 1967, the school serves approximately 500 students in grades Preschool through 12. Gaston Day School employs 48 individuals, including 65 full and part-time faculty and staff. Gaston Day School offers a comprehensive education encompassing academics, athletics, and fine arts. The school's academic program is designed to prepare students for college, with a focus on standardized test scores, SAT performance, and AP test pass rates. Students come from five counties: Gaston, Mecklenburg, Lincoln, Cleveland, and York. Gaston Day School prides itself on academic excellence, consistently ranking in the top half of the nation's independent schools on standardized tests. Their SAT scores in critical reading and math are the highest in Gaston County, and their AP test pass rate exceeds 80%. The writing and fine arts programs regularly receive regional and national recognition. For more information, please visit gastonday.org.