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Goddard School
Elementary School
1035 MIDDLETOWN RD, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Goddard School
Elementary School in Hummelstown · 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 Hummelstown, PA. Goddard School serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 10.5:1 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 21 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.
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.
Goddard School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Goddard School compares to the 4 public schools in Hummelstown, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hummelstown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Goddard School (this school) | — |
| Lower Dauphin HS | 7.8 |
| Nye El Sch | 6.2 |
| Price | — |
| Lower Dauphin MS | 5.2 |
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
- 21 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Address
- 1035 MIDDLETOWN RD, Hummelstown, PA 17036
- Phone
- (717) 566-2273
- 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.
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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
1035 MIDDLETOWN RD, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goddard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Hanover El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Hershey). Another option is SEVEN SORROWS BVM SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Middletown). Additionally, Hershey Early Childhood Ctr (rated 7.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Hershey). For more schools in Hummelstown, see our Hummelstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Dauphin HS Hummelstown | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Nye El Sch Hummelstown | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Price Hummelstown | 1.8 mi | — |
| Lower Dauphin MS Hummelstown | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Middletown Area HS Middletown | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Robert Reid El Sch Middletown | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SEVEN SORROWS BVM SCHOOL Middletown | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Middletown Area MS Middletown | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Fink El Sch Middletown | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST DISCOVERIES AT BRIGHT HORIZONS Hershey | 3.0 mi | — |
| Londonderry El Sch Middletown | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| South Hanover El Sch Hershey | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Kunkel El Sch Middletown | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Chambers Hill El Sch Harrisburg | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Rutherford El Sch Harrisburg | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HERSHEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hummelstown | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| TENDER YEARS Hershey | 4.8 mi | — |
| Hershey Early Childhood Ctr Hershey | 4.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Hershey HS Hershey | 4.6 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,043
Median Home Value
$316,900
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
22,487
College Educated
60.2%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
41.6
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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 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goddard School?
The student-teacher ratio at Goddard School is 10.5:1. 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
- 21
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 187 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 566-2273
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