Needs Improvement
#444 of 457 private schools in VA
Goddard School
Elementary School
12400 THREE CHOPT RD, Richmond, VA 23233
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#444 of 457
In Richmond
#33 of 34
public schools
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Goddard School
Elementary School in Richmond · grades Pre-K – TK. 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 Richmond, VA. Goddard School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Goddard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 40 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Goddard School compares to 95 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Goddard School (this school) | 3.9 |
| Short Pump Elementary | 7.1 |
| Pocahontas Middle | 6.4 |
| Nuckols Farm Elementary | 7.5 |
| Gayton Elementary | 8.3 |
| Mills E. Godwin High | 6.9 |
| Ruby F. Carver Elementary | 6.1 |
| Quioccasin Middle | 2.8 |
| Pemberton Elementary | 7.4 |
| Pinchbeck Elementary | 4.5 |
| Jackson Davis Elementary | 5.0 |
| R.C. Longan Elementary | 4.0 |
| John Randolph Tucker High | 6.2 |
| Tuckahoe Middle | 4.3 |
| Maybeury Elementary | 4.6 |
| Ridge Elementary | 2.0 |
| Douglas S. Freeman High | 6.0 |
| Skipwith Elementary | 3.2 |
| Three Chopt Elementary | 7.0 |
| Dumbarton Elementary | 2.5 |
| Hermitage High | 4.7 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
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
12400 THREE CHOPT RD, Richmond, VA 23233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goddard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gayton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is David A. Kaechele Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Glen Allen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Twin Hickory Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Glen Allen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Short Pump Elementary Richmond | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Colonial Trail Elementary Glen Allen | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Pocahontas Middle Richmond | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Gayton Elementary Richmond | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Short Pump Middle Glen Allen | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Nuckols Farm Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Twin Hickory Elementary Glen Allen | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Deep Run High Glen Allen | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Mills E. Godwin High Richmond | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LEAF SPRINGS SCHOOL AT THREE CHOPT Henrico | 1.9 mi | — |
| LEAFSPRING - THREE CHOPT Richmond | 2.0 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Henrico | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| THE STEWARD SCHOOL Richmond | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| THALES ACADEMY GLEN ALLEN Glen Allen | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Ruby F. Carver Elementary Richmond | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL - NUCKOLS Glen Allen | 2.8 mi | — |
| David A. Kaechele Elementary Glen Allen | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| LEAFSPRING SCHOOL AT WYNDHAM Glen Allen | 3.0 mi | — |
| Shady Grove Elementary Glen Allen | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MOUNT VERNON PRESCHOOL Glen Allen | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,500
Median Home Value
$442,100
Median Rent
$1,779/mo
Population
31,775
College Educated
71.2%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
39
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| TRURO PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fairfax, VA | 4.0 |
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| THE COMPASS SCHOOL OF MANASSAS Manassas, VA | 4.6 |
| MCDONALD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk, VA | 4.9 |
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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 TK.
How many students attend Goddard School?
Goddard School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goddard School?
The student-teacher ratio at Goddard School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Goddard School rank in VA?
Goddard School ranks #444 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Goddard School's MySchoolScout rating?
Goddard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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 – TK
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 23% M / 77% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Henrico County
- Phone
- (804) 360-8282
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