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#598 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 33% in state

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School

Elementary School · Marlborough

441 Bolton Street, Marlborough, MA 01752

Enrollment

796

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#598 of 1,793

In Marlborough

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Marlborough

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Goodnow Brothers Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Marlborough · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Goodnow Brothers Elementary School

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marlborough, MA, part of Marlborough. Goodnow Brothers Elementary School serves approximately 796 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Goodnow Brothers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #598 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Goodnow Brothers Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 4.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change+0.21 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,301
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School — Students at Goodnow Brothers Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
40.7% (multi-year state average, 2021-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2021-2025)

Based on 46 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
26%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
26.8%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
32.5%
ELA
26.3%
2023
Math
31.3%
ELA
24.3%
2024
Math
32.7%
ELA
25.3%
2025
Math
32.3%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Compares

See how Goodnow Brothers Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in MA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

441 Bolton Street, Marlborough, MA 01752

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Goodnow Brothers Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Francis J Kane (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Mulready Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hudson), a more accessible option. Additionally, Forest Avenue Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hudson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Marlborough, see our Marlborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Marlborough High Marlborough 0.1 mi 6.0
1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough 0.4 mi 3.8
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 0.7 mi
Early Childhood Center Marlborough 1.0 mi 3.3
Charles Jaworek School Marlborough 0.8 mi 3.8
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 1.0 mi 6.6
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 1.8 mi 7.0
Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson 1.9 mi 5.6
Francis J Kane Marlborough 2.0 mi 6.0
DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson 2.2 mi
Mulready Elementary Hudson 2.4 mi 5.8
Hudson High Hudson 2.1 mi 5.7
Richer Marlborough 2.3 mi 2.4
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 2.5 mi 7.1
David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson 2.9 mi 5.0
C A Farley Hudson 2.9 mi 5.1
MEADOWBROOK CHILD GARDEN Marlborough 2.9 mi
ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough 3.8 mi 8.2
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 3.0 mi 8.0
FAY SCHOOL Southborough 4.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,047

Median Home Value

$485,400

Median Rent

$1,721/mo

Population

41,398

College Educated

40.6%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Goodnow Brothers Elementary School

What grades does Goodnow Brothers Elementary School serve?

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Goodnow Brothers Elementary School?

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 796 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Goodnow Brothers Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Goodnow Brothers Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Goodnow Brothers Elementary School rank in MA?

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School ranks #598 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Goodnow Brothers Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Goodnow Brothers Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Goodnow Brothers Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Goodnow Brothers Elementary School a charter school?

No, Goodnow Brothers Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Goodnow Brothers Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Goodnow Brothers Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
796
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

Marlborough
District Enrollment
4,729
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,301
District Rank
#1 of 7

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