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#431 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 24% in state

Goddard School/science Technical

Elementary School · Worcester

14 Richards Street, Worcester, MA 01603

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#431 of 1,793

In Worcester

#7 of 48

public schools

In district

#5 of 45

Worcester

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Goddard School/science Technical

7.7/10

Elementary School in Worcester · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Goddard School/science Technical

Goddard School/science Technical is a public elementary school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Goddard School/science Technical serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Goddard School/science Technical has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #431 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Goddard School/science Technical show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Goddard School/science Technical sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.37 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.9 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

Goddard School/science Technical — Students at Goddard School/science Technical score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 22.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 86 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
20%
2013
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
24.2%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
9.7%
ELA
21.6%
2022
Math
12.4%
ELA
15.2%
2023
Math
18.3%
ELA
26.8%
2024
Math
12%
ELA
24.3%
2025
Math
23.5%
ELA
29.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Goddard School/science Technical Compares

See how Goddard School/science Technical performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in MA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

Location

14 Richards Street, Worcester, MA 01603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Goddard School/science Technical may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chandler Magnet (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Columbus Park (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, May Street (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
University Pk Campus School Worcester 0.1 mi 6.5
Canterbury Worcester 0.4 mi 4.7
Woodland Academy Worcester 0.5 mi 4.6
Claremont Academy Worcester 0.6 mi 4.9
Columbus Park Worcester 0.6 mi 6.7
ST PETER CENTRAL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester 0.6 mi 5.1
Jacob Hiatt Magnet Worcester 1.0 mi 4.5
Head Start Worcester 1.0 mi 4.2
OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester 0.9 mi 5.8
Chandler Elementary Community Worcester 1.1 mi 3.5
Gates Lane Worcester 1.0 mi 6.3
Doherty Memorial High Worcester 1.5 mi 6.4
Midland Street Worcester 1.6 mi 4.5
May Street Worcester 1.5 mi 6.7
Heard Street Worcester 1.5 mi 6.3
Pakachoag School Auburn 1.7 mi 4.4
Learning First Charter Public School Worcester 1.4 mi 5.0
Elm Park Community Worcester 1.7 mi 4.9
Chandler Magnet Worcester 1.9 mi 7.8
Quinsigamond Worcester 1.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,646

Median Home Value

$287,800

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

21,034

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

48.4%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

35.4

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John R Fausey West Springfield, MA 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Goddard School/science Technical

What grades does Goddard School/science Technical serve?

Goddard School/science Technical serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Goddard School/science Technical?

Goddard School/science Technical has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Goddard School/science Technical?

The student-teacher ratio at Goddard School/science Technical is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Goddard School/science Technical rank in MA?

Goddard School/science Technical ranks #431 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Goddard School/science Technical's MySchoolScout rating?

Goddard School/science Technical has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Goddard School/science Technical?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Goddard School/science Technical has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Goddard School/science Technical a charter school?

No, Goddard School/science Technical is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Goddard School/science Technical a Title I school?

No, Goddard School/science Technical is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

District

Worcester
District Enrollment
24,350
Schools in District
45
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,553
District Rank
#5 of 45

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