Below Average
#1544 of 1,793 schools in MA
Based on limited data
Gardner
Elementary School · Swansea
10 Church Street, Swansea, MA 02777
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,544 of 1,793
In Swansea
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Swansea
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Gardner
Elementary School in Swansea · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Elizabeth S Brown
1.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Joseph G Luther
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About Gardner
Gardner is a public elementary school in Swansea, MA, part of Swansea. Gardner serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gardner has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,544 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Gardner Compares
See how Gardner performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10 Church Street, Swansea, MA 02777
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gardner may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is MASTERY SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING (rated 5.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Fall River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John J Doran (rated 5.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Fall River), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Swansea, see our Swansea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth S Brown Swansea | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Joseph G Luther Swansea | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Joseph Case Jr High Swansea | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| STEVENS CHILDRENS HOME Swansea | 1.8 mi | — |
| SWANSEA WOOD SCHOOL Swansea | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Joseph Case High Swansea | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| THE MEADOWRIDGE ACADEMY Swansea | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| South Somerset | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Matthew J Kuss Middle Fall River | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Somerset Middle School Somerset | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| John J Doran Fall River | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School Fall River | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Fall River | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Hugh Cole School Warren | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Stone PK-12 School Fall River | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Fall River Early Learning Center Fall River | 3.6 mi | — |
| ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Resiliency Preparatory Academy Fall River | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Morton Middle Fall River | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MASTERY SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING Fall River | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02777 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,627
Median Home Value
$414,900
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
17,231
College Educated
34.2%
Homeownership
86.6%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
44.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Betsey B Winslow New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| Buckland-Shelburne Regional Shelburne Falls, MA | 4.4 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield, MA | 4.4 |
| James B Congdon New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| James Clark School Agawam, MA | 4.4 |
| John Avery Parker New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gardner
What grades does Gardner serve?
Gardner serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Gardner?
Gardner has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gardner?
The student-teacher ratio at Gardner is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gardner rank in MA?
Gardner ranks #1,544 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Gardner's MySchoolScout rating?
Gardner has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gardner a charter school?
No, Gardner is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gardner a Title I school?
No, Gardner is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (508) 675-7899
Resources & Links
District
Swansea- District Enrollment
- 2,049
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,245
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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