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First Wesleyan Christian School

208a S. Church St.
Gastonia, NC 28054
First Wesleyan Christian School serves 299 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The student:teacher of First Wesleyan Christian School is 20:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Methodist.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

First Wesleyan Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1971

Student Body

Total Students
299 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
First Wesleyan Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
First Wesleyan Christian School, Attention Lisa Mills
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is First Wesleyan Christian School's ranking?
First Wesleyan Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for First Wesleyan Christian School?
The application deadline for First Wesleyan Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $10,573 for elementary schools and $11,845 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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