Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gaston Stem Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gaston Elementary serves the western part of Gaston, NC, covering an area of approximately 137.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy's student population of 284 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2022
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaston Stem Leadership Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2351 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)25-29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
87%
24%
White
5%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaston Stem Leadership Academy's ranking?
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy is ranked #2351 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Gaston Stem Leadership Academy?
284 students attend Gaston Stem Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Gaston Stem Leadership Academy students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaston Stem Leadership Academy?
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gaston Stem Leadership Academy offer ?
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Gaston Stem Leadership Academy part of?
Gaston Stem Leadership Academy is part of Northampton County Schools.
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