K - 12 Schooling Options

From our public schools to our private institutions, Gaston County cares about what matters to you and your family.

With many excellent public and private K-12 schooling options across Gaston County, raising a family here is an easy choice. 

Gaston County Schools is among the ten largest school districts in North Carolina with approximately 31,500 students.

GCS aims to inspire success and a lifetime of learning through outstanding employees and community partners. Gaston County Schools provides innovative educational opportunities for all students in a safe and nurturing learning environment. 

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Gaston Day School is an independent, non-sectarian college preparatory school.

Students, faculty and staff share a committed responsibility to nurture a mentoring, collaborative, and diverse culture of skilled lifelong learners who are empowered to succeed in a constantly changing world. 

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Gaston Christian School is a non-denominational, college-preparatory school serving more than 900 students in grades PK-3 through 12.

The mission of Gaston Christian School is to help students mature spiritually and excel academically. 

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Piedmont Community Charter School is a tuition-free K-12 school that offers a college preparatory educational option for this community and its families.

PCCS serves 1300 students spanning kindergarten through twelfth grade.

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Mountain Island Charter School is a K-12 tuition-free public school that serves the educational needs of students living in North Carolina counties surrounding Mount Holly, NC.

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MICS enrolls a total of 1410 students, with 500 students in high school (9-12) program. 

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Other Gaston K-12 Schools

With a host of other K-12 options throughout the region, we're ready for you to call Gaston County home. 

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