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Goddard School
Elementary School
250 LANCASTER AVE, Malvern, PA 19355
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Goddard School
Elementary School in Malvern · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Goddard School
Goddard School is a private elementary school in Malvern, PA. Goddard School serves approximately 10 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 3.3:1 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 10 students, 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 3.3:1 students to teachers, Goddard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 Goddard School compares to the 6 public schools in Malvern, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Malvern
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Goddard School (this school) | — |
| Kathryn D. Markley El Sch | 7.7 |
| Great Valley HS | 8.9 |
| Great Valley MS | 7.3 |
| Sugartown El Sch | 6.1 |
| General Wayne El Sch | 8.2 |
| Charlestown El Sch | 8.0 |
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
- 10 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Address
- 250 LANCASTER AVE, Malvern, PA 19355
- Phone
- (610) 647-2836
- 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 PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
250 LANCASTER AVE, Malvern, PA 19355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goddard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Goshen El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby West Chester). Another option is General Wayne El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away). Additionally, Charlestown El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away). For more schools in Malvern, see our Malvern schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kathryn D. Markley El Sch Malvern | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| FUSION MALVERN Malvern | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Great Valley MS Malvern | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Great Valley HS Malvern | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| THE PHELPS SCHOOL Malvern | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malvern | 2.1 mi | — |
| Sugartown El Sch Malvern | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MALVERN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Malvern | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Malvern | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Charlestown El Sch Malvern | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT MALVERN Malvern | 2.3 mi | — |
| DEVEREUX MAPLETON SCHOOL Malvern | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| WHITELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Exton | 2.5 mi | — |
| East Goshen El Sch West Chester | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| CHURCH FARM SCHOOL Exton | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SS PETER AND PAUL SCHOOL West Chester | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| General Wayne El Sch Malvern | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS West Chester | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| GOOD SAMARITAN DAY SCHOOL Paoli | 2.8 mi | — |
| 21st Century Cyber CS West Chester | 3.9 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,917
Median Home Value
$662,200
Median Rent
$1,960/mo
Population
28,650
College Educated
73.3%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
41.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goddard School
What grades does Goddard School serve?
Goddard School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Goddard School?
Goddard School has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goddard School?
The student-teacher ratio at Goddard School is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Goddard School a private school?
Yes, 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 Goddard School a religious school?
No, 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
- 10
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 250 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (610) 647-2836
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