Walter H Gardner Middle School serves 178 students in grades 7-8.
Minority enrollment was 2% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
98%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
RSU 25 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Walter H Gardner Middle School?
178 students attend Walter H Gardner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Walter H Gardner Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Walter H Gardner Middle School offer ?
Walter H Gardner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Walter H Gardner Middle School part of?
Walter H Gardner Middle School is part of RSU 25 School District.
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