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#218 of 302 schools in RI
Lyman B. Goff Middle School
Middle School · Pawtucket
974 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#218 of 302
In Pawtucket
#10 of 18
public schools
In district
#9 of 16
Pawtucket
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Lyman B. Goff Middle School
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About Lyman B. Goff Middle School
Lyman B. Goff Middle School is a public middle school in Pawtucket, RI, part of Pawtucket. Lyman B.
Goff Middle School serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lyman B. Goff Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #218 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Lyman B. Goff Middle School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- RI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lyman B. Goff Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
34% of students at Lyman B. Goff Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lyman B. Goff Middle School — Students at Lyman B. Goff Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.4/10.
How Lyman B. Goff Middle School Compares
See how Lyman B. Goff Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
974 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lyman B. Goff Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Seekonk), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert J. Coelho Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Attleboro), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Joseph Jenks Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pawtucket, see our Pawtucket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Potter-Burns School Pawtucket | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Elizabeth Baldwin School Pawtucket | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL Pawtucket | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| DARLINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pawtucket | 0.5 mi | — |
| Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Flora S. Curtis School Pawtucket | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST TERESA SCHOOL Pawtucket | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Agnes E. Little School Pawtucket | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Pawtucket | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Attleboro | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| William E. Tolman High Pawtucket | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Robert J. Coelho Middle School Attleboro | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Seekonk | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Francis J. Varieur School Pawtucket | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| International Charter School Pawtucket | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Blackstone Academy Charter Pawtucket | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,044
Median Home Value
$285,200
Median Rent
$1,278/mo
Population
27,928
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Roger Williams Middle Providence, RI | 5.2 |
| Calcutt Middle School Central Falls, RI | 5.3 |
| Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket, RI | 5.3 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence, RI | 5.0 |
| Western Hills Middle School Cranston, RI | 5.0 |
| Frank E. Thompson Middle Newport, RI | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lyman B. Goff Middle School
What grades does Lyman B. Goff Middle School serve?
Lyman B. Goff Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lyman B. Goff Middle School?
Lyman B. Goff Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lyman B. Goff Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lyman B. Goff Middle School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lyman B. Goff Middle School rank in RI?
Lyman B. Goff Middle School ranks #218 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Lyman B. Goff Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lyman B. Goff Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Lyman B. Goff Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lyman B. Goff Middle School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lyman B. Goff Middle School a charter school?
No, Lyman B. Goff Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lyman B. Goff Middle School a Title I school?
No, Lyman B. Goff Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lyman B. Goff Middle School?
42.4% of students at Lyman B. Goff Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 630
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (401) 729-6500
Resources & Links
District
Pawtucket- District Enrollment
- 7,887
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,420
- District Rank
- #9 of 16
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