For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 1,424 students in 28056, NC (there are , serving 2,798 public students). 34% of all K-12 students in 28056, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
50% of private schools in 28056, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Top-Ranked 28056 North Carolina 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
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Location
Quick Facts
1625 Lowell Bethesda Rd
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 349-5020
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 349-5020
Gr: PK-12 | 958 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2001 Gaston Day School Road
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 864-7744
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 864-7744
Gr: PK-12 | 466 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 28056, NC?
How many private schools are located in 28056?
2 private schools are located in 28056.
What percentage of students in 28056 go to private school?
34% of all K-12 students in 28056 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 28056?
50% of private schools in 28056 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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