Gardner Middle School
489 Students
Middle School 5th - 7th
School Overview
Gardner Middle School, located at 297 Catherine Street in Gardner, Massachusetts, serves as a key educational hub for the local community as part of the Gardner Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of its adolescent students, helping them transition successfully from elementary education to the more rigorous demands of high school. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its students for future success through both core academic subjects and supplemental enrichment opportunities.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and digital accessibility, utilizing its official website to maintain clear communication with families regarding district policies, academic calendars, and school events. As a central part of the Gardner educational system, the institution strives to cultivate a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in critical thinking, collaborative learning, and personal growth. For parents and community members, the school serves as an essential resource for tracking student progress and staying connected with the district’s ongoing educational initiatives.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and digital accessibility, utilizing its official website to maintain clear communication with families regarding district policies, academic calendars, and school events. As a central part of the Gardner educational system, the institution strives to cultivate a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in critical thinking, collaborative learning, and personal growth. For parents and community members, the school serves as an essential resource for tracking student progress and staying connected with the district’s ongoing educational initiatives.
489
Total Students
37.7
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 289 |
| Hispanic | 138 |
| Black | 17 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 31 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White289 (59.2 %)
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Hispanic138 (28.3 %)
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Two or More31 (6.4 %)
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Black17 (3.5 %)
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Asian11 (2.3 %)
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American Indian2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Gardner |
| Phone: | (978)632-1603 |
| Website: | http://www.gardnerk12.org |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 7th |
| Total Students: | 489 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
164
Grade 6
154
Grade 7
171
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 164 |
| Grade 6 | 154 |
| Grade 7 | 171 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 261 | 53.4% |
| Male | 227 | 46.4% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.2% |
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