The City of Bessemer City does not control, manage, or directly fund local public schools. Public schools located in Bessemer City are part of Gaston County Schools, which is the countywide public school system serving students across Gaston County.
School operations, staffing, curriculum, school improvement plans, facility needs, and educational performance are managed by Gaston County Schools and the Gaston County Board of Education. Funding for public schools is generally handled through county, state, and federal funding sources, not through the City’s municipal budget.
While the City does not operate the school system, Bessemer City does support the broader community through public safety, parks and recreation, infrastructure, economic development, community partnerships, and quality-of-life improvements that can help strengthen the environment around students and families.
Questions about school performance, academic programs, school funding, or school improvement efforts should be directed to Gaston County Schools.