Gaston Virtual Middle School serves 189 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaston Virtual Middle School's student population of 189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gaston Virtual Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
40%
25%
White
29%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gaston Virtual Middle School?
189 students attend Gaston Virtual Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Gaston Virtual Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Gaston Virtual Middle School offer ?
Gaston Virtual Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gaston Virtual Middle School part of?
Gaston Virtual Middle School is part of Gaston County Schools.
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