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The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences

Independent school · Grades K–6

Vancouver, WA

16413 NE 50th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98686

Overall grade: A

ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.

  • A-Class size
  • A-Years serving families
  • B+Diversity

What stands out

  • Smaller classes than 63% of independent schools in Washington
  • Serving families in Vancouver since at least 2011

In Vancouver, Washington, The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is an independent private school for students from kindergarten through 6th grade. About 66 students attend, with roughly 7 students per teacher, smaller classes than 63% of independent elementary schools in Washington. Enrollment is up about 14% since 2011–12. The school day runs about 7 hours, 180 days a year.

At a glance

Grades
Grades K–6
Students
66
Teachers
9.8 (full-time equivalent)
Students per teacher
6.7
Boys and girls
Coed · 32 girls, 34 boys
Religious affiliation
None (nonsectarian)
School day
About 7 hours
School year
180 days

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    How it compares

    • Smaller classes than 63% of independent elementary schools in Washington (7 students per teacher).
    • A smaller school: fewer students than 57% of independent elementary schools in Washington.
    • Compared with 70 independent elementary schools in Washington.

    Students by survey year

    58’11–1267’13–1471’15–1694’17–1835’19–2065’21–2266’23–24

    Total students reported in official records since 2011–12.

    Students by grade

    K16
    113
    29
    310
    45
    57
    66

    Student body

    White83%
    Hispanic or Latino8%
    Asian6%
    Black3%

    Member of

    • A state or regional independent school association

    Questions to ask on a tour

    • What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
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    • Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
    • How big are classes in my child's grade?
    • What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
    • Is the school accredited, and by whom?
    • What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
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    Questions about The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences

    What grades does The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences serve?

    The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences serves grades K–6.

    How many students attend The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences?

    About 66 students, with 7 students per teacher, according to official records.

    How much is tuition at The Gardner School of Arts & Sciences?

    Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.

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