GASTON COUNTY SCHOOLS Email Format
Primary and Secondary EducationNorth Carolina, United States1001-5000 Employees
Gaston County Schools is the public school system based in Gastonia, North Carolina, serving the city and surrounding communities in the Charlotte metropolitan area. As one of the state’s larger districts, it employs thousands of staff and serves roughly 30,000 students through its neighborhood schools, which provide a broad array of educational programs and opportunities. These neighborhood schools are a core source of community pride, connecting families to a comprehensive learning experience. The district’s mission emphasizes delivering innovative educational opportunities within a safe, nurturing environment, supported by its employees and community partners. Its priorities focus on college and career readiness, healthy and safe schools, ongoing innovation, and a qualified workforce to educate all children. In 2024, Gaston County Schools expanded its collaborations by partnering with Deep Roots CPS Farm to support urban agriculture education, illustrating its approach to hands-on learning.