Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gardner Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gardner Elementary School's student population of 282 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gardner Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardner Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#2799 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
84%
18%
White
13%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardner Elementary School's ranking?
Gardner Elementary School is ranked #2799 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gardner Elementary School?
282 students attend Gardner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gardner Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardner Elementary School?
Gardner Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gardner Elementary School offer ?
Gardner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardner Elementary School part of?
Gardner Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Gardner Elementary School located?
Gardner Elementary School is located in the Warren Ave Community neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Warren Ave Community.
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