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The Goddard School
Elementary School
214 LACEY RD, Forked River, NJ 08731
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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The Goddard School
Elementary School in Forked River · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Forked River Elementary School
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About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a private elementary school in Forked River, NJ. The Goddard School serves approximately 5 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 5 students, The Goddard School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5:1 students to teachers, The Goddard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Goddard School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Goddard School compares to the 2 public schools in Forked River, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Forked River
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Goddard School (this school) | — |
| Forked River Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Lacey Township Middle School | 7.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 214 LACEY RD, Forked River, NJ 08731
- Phone
- (609) 971-0051
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NJ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
214 LACEY RD, Forked River, NJ 08731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Goddard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lanoka Harbor Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Lanoka Harbor). Another option is Bayville Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Bayville). Additionally, Frederic A. Priff Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Waretown). For more schools in Forked River, see our Forked River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,267
Median Home Value
$360,000
Median Rent
$2,080/mo
Population
21,136
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
85.5%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
47.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Goddard School
What grades does The Goddard School serve?
The Goddard School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend The Goddard School?
The Goddard School has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Goddard School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Goddard School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Goddard School a private school?
Yes, The Goddard School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Goddard School a religious school?
No, The Goddard School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 110 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (609) 971-0051
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