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#469 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 15% of private schools
Gooden School, the
Elementary School
192 North Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
About Gooden School, the
Gooden School, the is an private elementary school in Sierra Madre, CA 91024. The school serves approximately 184 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.5/10, placing it in the 85.3th percentile among private schools in CA — an average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Compared to the 2 public schools in Sierra Madre, Gooden School, the rates lower overall (5.5 vs 6.9 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Gooden School, the compares to the 2 public schools in Sierra Madre, CA
All Schools in Sierra Madre
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gooden School, the (this school) | 5.5 |
| Sierra Madre Elementary | 6.8 |
| Sierra Madre Middle | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
192 North Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE GOODEN SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Rita School Sierra Madre | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Sierra Madre Elementary Sierra Madre | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Sierra Madre Middle Sierra Madre | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SIERRA MADRE COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Alverno Heights Academy Sierra Madre | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ALVERNO HEIGHTS ACADEMY Sierra Madre | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| La Salle High School Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LA SALLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Don Benito Fundamental Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary Arcadia | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Barnhart School Arcadia | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| BARNHART SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary Pasadena | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Foothills Middle Arcadia | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ARROYO PACIFIC ACADEMY Arcadia | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Arroyo Pacific Academy Arcadia | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Hugo Reid Elementary Arcadia | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARMENIAN SISTERS' ACADEMY Montrose, CA | 5.5 |
| Armenian Sisters' Academy of Los Angeles Montrose, CA | 5.5 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sierra Madre, CA | 5.5 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pine Grove, CA | 5.5 |
| CRESTVIEW PREPARATORY SCHOOL La Canada Flintridge, CA | 5.5 |
| Chrysalis Charter Palo Cedro, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gooden School, the
What grades does Gooden School, the serve?
Gooden School, the serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Gooden School, the?
Gooden School, the has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gooden School, the?
The student-teacher ratio at Gooden School, the is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gooden School, the rank in CA?
Gooden School, the is ranked #469 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Gooden School, the's MySchoolScout rating?
Gooden School, the has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Gooden School, the a private school?
Yes, Gooden School, the is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (626) 355-2410
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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