Very Good
#82 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 21% of private schools
The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences
Elementary School
16413 NE 50TH AVE, Vancouver, WA 98686
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#82 of 381
In Vancouver
#1 of 12
public schools
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The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences
Elementary School in Vancouver · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences
The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is a private elementary school in Vancouver, WA. The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences compares to 70 public schools serving similar grades in Vancouver, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences (this school) | 7.4 |
| Vancouver iTech Preparatory | 7.5 |
| Salmon Creek Elementary | 7.1 |
| Glenwood Heights Primary | 7.0 |
| Gaiser Middle School | 3.7 |
| Sacajawea Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Sarah J Anderson Elementary | 4.6 |
| Alki Middle School | 6.2 |
| Chinook Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Sunset Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Felida Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary | 6.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School | 4.7 |
| Silver Star Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Jason Lee Middle School | 5.6 |
| Lake Shore Elementary | 7.1 |
| Walnut Grove Elementary | 3.7 |
| Hazel Dell Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Minnehaha Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Orchards Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Covington Middle School | 3.1 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
16413 NE 50TH AVE, Vancouver, WA 98686
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Valley Primary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Battle Ground), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Salmon Creek Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Glenwood Heights Primary (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Vancouver, see our Vancouver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98686 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,866
Median Home Value
$546,100
Median Rent
$1,836/mo
Population
20,553
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
42.2
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|---|---|
| Damman Elementary Ellensburg, WA | 7.4 |
| NORTHERN LIGHTS MONTESSORI - WILLOWS CAMPUS Redmond, WA | 7.4 |
| NORTHWEST SCHOOL DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING CHILDREN Shoreline, WA | 7.4 |
| THE SEABURY SCHOOL Tacoma, WA | 7.4 |
| THREE TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burien, WA | 7.4 |
| CHRYSALIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodinville, WA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences
What grades does The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences serve?
The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences?
The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences?
The student-teacher ratio at The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences rank in WA?
The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences ranks #82 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences's MySchoolScout rating?
The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences a private school?
Yes, The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences a religious school?
No, The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Clark County
- Phone
- (360) 574-5752
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