Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gardens Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gardens Elementary School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gardens Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardens Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Gardens Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gardens Elementary School?
480 students attend Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gardens Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardens Elementary School?
Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gardens Elementary School part of?
Gardens Elementary School is part of Marysville School District.
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