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The Goddard School
Elementary School
8 FIVE FORK PLZ CT, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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The Goddard School
Elementary School in Simpsonville · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a private elementary school in Simpsonville, SC. The Goddard School serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 9:1 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 18 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 9:1 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 9 public schools serving similar grades in Simpsonville, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Goddard School (this school) | — |
| Monarch Elementary | 8.1 |
| Oakview Elementary | 8.0 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary | 7.7 |
| Mauldin Elementary | 6.5 |
| Bethel Elementary | 7.0 |
| Ruldolph G. Gordon School at Jones Mill | 6.9 |
| Simpsonville Elementary | 6.9 |
| Plain Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bryson Elementary | 6.4 |
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
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 8 FIVE FORK PLZ CT, Simpsonville, SC 29681
- Phone
- (864) 254-0708
- 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 SC 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
8 FIVE FORK PLZ CT, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Goddard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is Oakview Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away). Additionally, FIVE OAKS ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away). For more schools in Simpsonville, see our Simpsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Simpsonville | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Monarch Elementary Simpsonville | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 0.6 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SIMPSONVILLE AT FIVE FORKS Simpsonville | 0.9 mi | — |
| ABIDING PEACE ACADEMY Simpsonville | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Oakview Elementary Simpsonville | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Langston Charter Middle Greenville | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary Simpsonville | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Mauldin Elementary Simpsonville | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GREEN Upstate High School Greenville Simpsonville | 2.3 mi | — |
| Mauldin Middle Simpsonville | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| FIVE OAKS ACADEMY Simpsonville | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Greenville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Bethel Elementary Simpsonville | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST Greenville | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Mauldin High Mauldin | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillcrest Middle Simpsonville | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MAULDIN Mauldin | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Simpsonville Elementary Simpsonville | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29681 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,694
Median Home Value
$325,700
Median Rent
$1,615/mo
Population
67,657
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.2
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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 Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend The Goddard School?
The Goddard School has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Goddard School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Goddard School is 9:1. 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
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 18
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Greenville County
- Phone
- (864) 254-0708
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