Washington Gardner Open School serves 158 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
38%
18%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (94-95)
41%
25%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Albion School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Gardner Open School?
158 students attend Washington Gardner Open School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Washington Gardner Open School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Washington Gardner Open School offer ?
Washington Gardner Open School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Gardner Open School part of?
Washington Gardner Open School is part of Albion School District.
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