District Overview
Located at 231 East Madison Street in Gardner, Kansas, the Gardner Edgerton public school district serves a flourishing community within the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. Positioned in a large suburban setting, the district operates 11 operational schools offering comprehensive, continuous learning pathways spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district currently educates a student body of 5,858 pupils, providing balanced academic programs that support early childhood foundation building, middle-level engagement, and high school preparation for higher education and career pursuits.

To support its student population, Gardner Edgerton maintains an extensive educational workforce of approximately 1,669 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated operational footprint includes over 930 full-time classroom teachers, 141 instructional aides, and nearly 600 essential support staff members, ensuring strong individual guidance and classroom resources. The district reflects a dynamic local demographic composed of White, Hispanic, multiracial, Black, Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander students. Accessible online at usd231.com, Gardner Edgerton offers families, students, and researchers a well-staffed, well-resourced public school environment committed to community-focused learning and holistic student success.
11
Total Schools
5,858
Total Students
930.9
Full-Time Teachers
6.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gardner Edgerton
Demographic Student Count
White4,156
Hispanic815
Black300
Asian104
Two or More466
American Indian11
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    4,156 (70.9%)
  • Hispanic
    815 (13.9%)
  • Two or More
    466 (8.0%)
  • Black
    300 (5.1%)
  • Asian
    104 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    11 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Gardner Edgerton
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary7
Middle3
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:11
Students:5,858*
Teachers (FTE):930.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.3
Schools in Gardner Edgerton
Found 11 Schools