Below Average
#1364 of 1,793 schools in MA
Gardner Elementary School
Elementary School · Gardner
278 Pearl Street, Gardner, MA 01440
Enrollment
1,053
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
1,053
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,364 of 1,793
In Gardner
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Gardner
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Gardner Elementary School
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About Gardner Elementary School
Gardner Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gardner, MA, part of Gardner. Gardner Elementary School serves approximately 1,053 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gardner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,364 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Gardner Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gardner Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
46% of students at Gardner Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gardner Elementary School — Students at Gardner Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Gardner Elementary School Compares
See how Gardner Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
278 Pearl Street, Gardner, MA 01440
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gardner Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Briggs Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Ashburnham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Toy Town Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Winchendon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Templeton Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Templeton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gardner, see our Gardner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gardner Middle School Gardner | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Gardner High Gardner | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology Gardner | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Gardner | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| WACHUSETT HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gardner | 1.7 mi | — |
| Overlook Middle School Ashburnham | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Briggs Elementary Ashburnham | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Oakmont Regional High School Ashburnham | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Meetinghouse School Westminster | 4.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Westminster Elementary Westminster | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Templeton Elementary School Templeton | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Narragansett Regional High Baldwinville | 5.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Narragansett Middle Baldwinville | 5.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg | 5.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Hubbardston Center Hubbardston | 7.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Toy Town Elementary Winchendon | 8.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Murdock Academy for Success Winchendon | 8.2 mi | — |
| Memorial Winchendon | 8.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Winchendon PreSchool Program Winchendon | 8.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Murdock High School Winchendon | 8.7 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,526
Median Home Value
$270,500
Median Rent
$1,071/mo
Population
21,298
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
43.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hayden/McFadden New Bedford, MA | 4.9 |
| Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke, MA | 5.0 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester, MA | 5.0 |
| Mountain View School Easthampton, MA | 5.0 |
| Woodland Milford, MA | 5.0 |
| McKay K-8 School East Boston, MA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gardner Elementary School
What grades does Gardner Elementary School serve?
Gardner Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Gardner Elementary School?
Gardner Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,053 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gardner Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gardner Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gardner Elementary School rank in MA?
Gardner Elementary School ranks #1,364 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Gardner Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gardner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gardner Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gardner Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gardner Elementary School a charter school?
No, Gardner Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gardner Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Gardner Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 1,053
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.0%
- Phone
- (978) 991-0900
Resources & Links
District
Gardner- District Enrollment
- 2,472
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,199
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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