Serving 898 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gardner International School 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 is 4% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardner International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gardner International School's student population of 898 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
898 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Gardner International School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardner International School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3012 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
45%
18%
White
16%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardner International School's ranking?
Gardner International School is ranked #3012 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gardner International School?
898 students attend Gardner International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Gardner International School students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardner International School?
Gardner International School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gardner International School offer ?
Gardner International School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardner International School part of?
Gardner International School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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