Gardner serves 276 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gardner's student population of 276 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gardner is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
3%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
90%
51%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gardner?
276 students attend Gardner.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Gardner students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardner?
Gardner has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gardner offer ?
Gardner offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gardner part of?
Gardner is part of Swansea School District.
In what neighborhood is Gardner located?
Gardner is located in the Ocean Grove neighborhood of Swansea, MA.
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