Gardner High School is a public high school in Gardner, Massachusetts.
Serving 808 students in grades 8-12, Gardner High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardner High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gardner High School's student population of 808 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1872
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
C.A.R.E: Community, Appreciation, Responsibility, Excellence
School Rankings
Gardner High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardner High School is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1030 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
56%
51%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardner High School's ranking?
Gardner High School is ranked #1030 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gardner High School?
The graduation rate of Gardner High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gardner High School?
808 students attend Gardner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Gardner High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardner High School?
Gardner High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gardner High School offer ?
Gardner High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gardner High School part of?
Gardner High School is part of Gardner School District.
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