Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS
Charter School
318 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School (HGCS), located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is a unique educational institution founded on the pedagogical framework of Dr. Howard Gardner’s "Theory of Multiple Intelligences." Unlike traditional schools that focus primarily on linguistic and logical-mathematical skills, HGCS creates a learning environment that identifies and nurtures a broader spectrum of human potential, including musical, kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, visual-spatial, and naturalistic intelligences. The school is committed to providing a holistic educational experience that allows students to discover their individual strengths and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness.
The school serves students in grades K-8 and emphasizes an integrated, project-based curriculum that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and community engagement. By viewing each student as uniquely gifted, the faculty at HGCS utilizes diverse instructional methods to ensure that lessons are accessible and engaging for various learning styles. This approach fosters a supportive, student-centered culture where academic rigor is balanced with the development of social-emotional skills, preparing students not only for high school success but for lifelong learning and active participation in their community.
The school serves students in grades K-8 and emphasizes an integrated, project-based curriculum that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and community engagement. By viewing each student as uniquely gifted, the faculty at HGCS utilizes diverse instructional methods to ensure that lessons are accessible and engaging for various learning styles. This approach fosters a supportive, student-centered culture where academic rigor is balanced with the development of social-emotional skills, preparing students not only for high school success but for lifelong learning and active participation in their community.
318
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 262 |
| Hispanic | 18 |
| Black | 18 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 7 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White262 (82.4 %)
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Hispanic18 (5.7 %)
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Black18 (5.7 %)
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Asian11 (3.5 %)
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Two or More7 (2.2 %)
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American Indian2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS |
| Phone: | (570)941-4100 |
| Website: | http://www.howardgardnerschool.com |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 318 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 28.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
32
Grade 1
36
Grade 2
36
Grade 3
36
Grade 4
36
Grade 5
36
Grade 6
36
Grade 7
36
Grade 8
34
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 32 |
| Grade 1 | 36 |
| Grade 2 | 36 |
| Grade 3 | 36 |
| Grade 4 | 36 |
| Grade 5 | 36 |
| Grade 6 | 36 |
| Grade 7 | 36 |
| Grade 8 | 34 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 178 | 56% |
| Male | 140 | 44% |
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