Serving 539 students in grades 4-8, Gardner Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 6% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 12% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 76% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)6%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)12%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
46%
18%
White
24%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
How many students attend Gardner Academy?
539 students attend Gardner Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gardner Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardner Academy?
Gardner Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gardner Academy offer ?
Gardner Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Gardner Academy part of?
Gardner Academy is part of Lansing ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
Recent Articles
School Choice vs. Neighborhood Schools: Key Factors
Explore school choice vs. neighborhood schools in 2025. Learn key factors parents should weigh when deciding the best fit for their child.
Best School Match 2025: ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø vs Charter vs Magnet
Compare 2025 public, charter, and magnet school options with updated data, trends, and strategies to find the best fit.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Boundaries and Equity in 2025
Explore how public school boundaries shape access, equity, and opportunity for students in 2025. Learn the impact on families and education policy.
