Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gardner Pilot Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardner Pilot Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gardner Pilot Academy's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Gardner Pilot Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardner Pilot Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1254 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
65%
25%
Black
11%
10%
White
14%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardner Pilot Academy's ranking?
Gardner Pilot Academy is ranked #1254 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Gardner Pilot Academy often compared to?
Gardner Pilot Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Mann by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Gardner Pilot Academy?
371 students attend Gardner Pilot Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gardner Pilot Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardner Pilot Academy?
Gardner Pilot Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gardner Pilot Academy offer ?
Gardner Pilot Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gardner Pilot Academy part of?
Gardner Pilot Academy is part of Boston School District.
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