School Overview
Bessemer City Middle School, located in Bessemer City, North Carolina, serves as a key educational institution within the Gaston County School District. Situated on Ed Wilson Road, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of its adolescent student body. As a middle school, it plays a vital role in bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on core curriculum standards while offering opportunities for students to explore their interests through various extracurricular activities.

The school is deeply integrated into the Bessemer City community, reflecting a commitment to local educational excellence and student success. By utilizing the resources provided through the Gaston County Schools system, the faculty and staff emphasize a collaborative learning atmosphere. Families and community members interested in specific programs, current events, or administrative updates are encouraged to visit their official website at [http://www.gaston.k12.nc.us/bcmiddle](http://www.gaston.k12.nc.us/bcmiddle) for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding school operations and academic initiatives.
497
Total Students
29.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bessemer City Middle
Demographic Student Count
White205
Hispanic118
Black136
Asian2
Two or More35
American Indian1
  • White
    205 (41.2%)
  • Black
    136 (27.4%)
  • Hispanic
    118 (23.7%)
  • Two or More
    35 (7.0%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Gaston County Schools
Phone: (704)836-9602
Website: http://www.gaston.k12.nc.us/bcmiddle
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 497
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 494
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 172
Grade 7 164
Grade 8 161

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bessemer City Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6172
Grade 7164
Grade 8161
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bessemer City Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23647.5%
Male26152.5%