Average
#2233 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 47% in state
Gardner Road Elementary School
Elementary School · HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
541 GARDNER RD, Horseheads, NY 14845
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,233 of 4,742
In Horseheads
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Gardner Road Elementary School
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About Gardner Road Elementary School
Gardner Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Horseheads, NY, part of HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gardner Road Elementary School serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gardner Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,233 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Gardner Road Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Gardner Road Elementary School — Students at Gardner Road Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY 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: 6.3/10.
How Gardner Road Elementary School Compares
See how Gardner Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
541 GARDNER RD, Horseheads, NY 14845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gardner Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BIG FLATS SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Big Flats), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHEMUNG VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Elmira), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Horseheads, see our Horseheads schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HORSEHEADS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| RIDGE ROAD SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 3.9 mi | 8.7 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 4.7 mi | 3.4 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira | 5.3 mi | 2.7 |
| ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY Elmira | 5.7 mi | 2.5 |
| FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Big Flats | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats | 4.9 mi | 6.6 |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira | 6.0 mi | 3.0 |
| CHEMUNG VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elmira | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| THOMAS K BEECHER SCHOOL Elmira | 6.3 mi | 2.2 |
| HENDY AVENUE SCHOOL Elmira | 6.8 mi | 2.3 |
| ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Elmira | 6.6 mi | — |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL Elmira | 7.1 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,617
Median Home Value
$183,900
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
20,552
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
44.5
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|---|---|
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville, NY | 6.4 |
| CLAYTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 6.4 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster, NY | 6.4 |
| DELEVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delevan, NY | 6.4 |
| DONALD P SUTHERLAND SCHOOL Nassau, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gardner Road Elementary School
What grades does Gardner Road Elementary School serve?
Gardner Road Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Gardner Road Elementary School?
Gardner Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gardner Road Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gardner Road Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gardner Road Elementary School rank in NY?
Gardner Road Elementary School ranks #2,233 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Gardner Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gardner Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Road Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gardner Road Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gardner Road Elementary School a charter school?
No, Gardner Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gardner Road Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Gardner Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gardner Road Elementary School?
38.4% of students at Gardner Road 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Chemung County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (607) 739-6347
Resources & Links
District
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,826
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,693
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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