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#1726 of 3,192 schools in MI
Gardner Elementary School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
6528 MANSFIELD ST, Detroit, MI 48228
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,726 of 3,192
In Detroit
#99 of 178
public schools
In district
#77 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Gardner Elementary School
Gardner Elementary School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Gardner Elementary School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gardner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,726 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Gardner Elementary School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
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.
81% 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 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Gardner Elementary School Compares
See how Gardner Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6528 MANSFIELD ST, Detroit, MI 48228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gardner Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakman Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lowrey Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maples Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maples Elementary School Dearborn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Detroit Premier Academy Detroit | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Oakman Elementary School Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| William Ford Elementary School Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Woodworth Middle School Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TOT TOWN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Detroit | 1.5 mi | — |
| INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ACADEMY Detroit | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Carver STEM Academy Detroit | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Henry Ford Elementary School Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Unis Middle School Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| McCollough Elementary School Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Riverside Academy West Campus Dearborn | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Fordson High School Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Henderson Academy Detroit | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| The Dearborn Academy Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Lowrey Elementary School Dearborn | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Lowrey Middle School Dearborn | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Cody High School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MUSLIM AMERICAN YOUTH ACADEMY Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Academy for Business and Technology Elementary Dearborn | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,485
Median Home Value
$55,100
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
52,719
College Educated
10.8%
Homeownership
49.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
39.3%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary School Addison, MI | 6.1 |
| Donald J Yacks Elem School Harrison Township, MI | 6.1 |
| EE Knight Elementary School Elsie, MI | 6.1 |
| Eagles Nest Academy Flint, MI | 6.1 |
| Farwell Elementary School Farwell, MI | 6.1 |
| Forest View School Lansing, MI | 6.1 |
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 5th.
How many students attend Gardner Elementary School?
Gardner Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gardner Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gardner Elementary School is 15.8:1. 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 MI?
Gardner Elementary School ranks #1,726 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Gardner Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gardner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gardner Elementary School?
83.0% of students at Gardner Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.0%
- Phone
- (313) 581-4615
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #77 of 99
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