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Gaston Elementary School

4550 US HWY 411, GADSDEN, AL 35901

About Gaston Elementary School

Gaston Elementary School is a public school in Gadsden, Alabama, that teaches kids from Pre-K to 5th grade. The school has about 350 to 400 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 18:1. This means that teachers can give each student more attention in classes that are not too big. The school has a standard elementary curriculum with classes that focus on math, reading, and science. Arts, music, and physical education are all extracurricular activities that help students grow in all areas. Gaston Elementary has a diverse student body, with about 85–90% of students being minorities, mostly African American and Hispanic. This makes for a culturally rich environment. According to recent data, 42% of students are good at math and 67% are good at reading/ELA. This shows that they are better at reading than math. Gaston Elementary is in a residential neighborhood in Gadsden. It is known for having helpful staff, a community that is involved, and a welcoming school culture. The school is still focused on helping students grow and do well, even though their grades could be better. This school is the best school in Gadsden, Alabama.

Gaston Elementary School Contact Information

Address

4550 US HWY 411, GADSDEN, AL 35901

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Phone

(256) 547-8828

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 42%
Reading 67%
State average proficiency is 42% in Math and 67% in Reading.
16
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
284
Total Students
$59429
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 118 IN STEM IN STATE

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 87.1%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 4%
Black 3.7%
Two+ Races 5.1%
Native Am. 0%
White
87.1%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
4%
Black
3.7%
Two+ Races
5.1%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 284
48.5%
138 Female
51.5%
146 Male

Student Population

284 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

263 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Gadsden is honoring Gaston Elementary just started a new program called "Family Learning Night." Parents and kids spent the evening doing fun reading, science, and art activities together. People came to the event and said it was great event because due to this event people came together and made learning fun for everyone.

FAQ

Q1. What grades does Gaston Elementary School teach?

Ans. Students in Pre-K through 5th grade go to Gaston Elementary School.


Q2. Does Gaston Elementary have clubs and other activities outside of school?

Ans. Yes, students can take part in music, art, and physical education classes.


Q3. Is Gaston Elementary a school that is part of a public school district?

Ans. Yes, Gaston Elementary is a public school that is part of the Gadsden City School District.


Q4. What kinds of help are there for students?

Ans. The school has programs and help for students with different learning needs.


Q5. What does Gaston Elementary do to connect with the people who live nearby?

Ans. The school encourages people to get involved in the community by holding events, volunteering, and getting parents involved.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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