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Best 28056 North Carolina ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 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 top ranked private schools in 28056, NC include Gaston Day School and Gaston Christian School.
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).

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 28056 North Carolina ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

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Gaston Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 958 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 19
Christian
1625 Lowell Bethesda Rd
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 349-5020
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Gaston Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 466 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 13
2001 Gaston Day School Road
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 864-7744
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 28056, NC?
The top ranked private schools in 28056, NC include Gaston Day School and Gaston Christian School.
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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