School Overview
Gardner Elementary School, located at 218 E. Shawnee in Gardner, Kansas, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Gardner Edgerton School District (USD 231). The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full academic potential. With a curriculum centered on core competencies and character development, the school strives to prepare young learners for their future academic endeavors while promoting a sense of belonging and civic responsibility.

Beyond academics, Gardner Elementary emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education by integrating technology and community involvement into the daily student experience. The school works closely with parents and local stakeholders to ensure that students have access to the resources and guidance necessary for success. By maintaining a focus on collaborative learning and individual growth, the school plays a vital role in upholding the educational standards of the USD 231 district. For more information on programs, enrollment, and school events, families are encouraged to visit the district’s official website at [www.usd231.com](http://www.usd231.com).
304
Total Students
26.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gardner Elem
Demographic Student Count
White206
Hispanic43
Black13
Asian5
Two or More35
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    206 (67.8%)
  • Hispanic
    43 (14.1%)
  • Two or More
    35 (11.5%)
  • Black
    13 (4.3%)
  • Asian
    5 (1.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Gardner Edgerton
Phone: (913)856-3300
Website: http://www.usd231.com
Grade Range: Pre-K - 4th
Total Students: 304
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 129
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 28
Kindergarten 34
Grade 1 65
Grade 2 61
Grade 3 50
Grade 4 66

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gardner Elem
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten28
Kindergarten34
Grade 165
Grade 261
Grade 350
Grade 466
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gardner Elem
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13945.7%
Male16554.3%
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