Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS

School Overview
Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School (HGCS), located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is a unique educational institution founded on the pedagogical framework of Dr. Howard Gardner’s "Theory of Multiple Intelligences." Unlike traditional schools that focus primarily on linguistic and logical-mathematical skills, HGCS creates a learning environment that identifies and nurtures a broader spectrum of human potential, including musical, kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, visual-spatial, and naturalistic intelligences. The school is committed to providing a holistic educational experience that allows students to discover their individual strengths and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness.

The school serves students in grades K-8 and emphasizes an integrated, project-based curriculum that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and community engagement. By viewing each student as uniquely gifted, the faculty at HGCS utilizes diverse instructional methods to ensure that lessons are accessible and engaging for various learning styles. This approach fosters a supportive, student-centered culture where academic rigor is balanced with the development of social-emotional skills, preparing students not only for high school success but for lifelong learning and active participation in their community.
384
Total Students
32.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS
Demographic Student Count
White304
Hispanic17
Black22
Asian19
Two or More18
American Indian4
  • White
    304 (79.2%)
  • Black
    22 (5.7%)
  • Asian
    19 (4.9%)
  • Two or More
    18 (4.7%)
  • Hispanic
    17 (4.4%)
  • American Indian
    4 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS
Phone: (570)941-4100
Website: http://www.howardgardnerschool.com
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 384
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 49
Grade 1 48
Grade 2 48
Grade 3 48
Grade 4 48
Grade 5 36
Grade 6 36
Grade 7 34
Grade 8 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten49
Grade 148
Grade 248
Grade 348
Grade 448
Grade 536
Grade 636
Grade 734
Grade 837
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20352.9%
Male18147.1%
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