Piedmont Community Charter School

Piedmont Community Charter School (PCCS) in Gastonia, North Carolina, serves 1,900 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Accredited by the state and Cognia, PCCS consistently outperforms Gaston County Schools and the state in grade-level proficiency. The school is a proud Core Knowledge School for grades K-8 and has received multiple accolades, including Best Charter School in The Gaston Gazette’s community awards for eight consecutive years. Piedmont’s mission is to offer a superior, tuition-free college preparatory education, instilling academic excellence, character, and a sense of community. With a focus on high academic standards and a rich extracurricular program, PCCS prepares students for future success while fostering personal responsibility, integrity, and respect for others.