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Goddard School-rivers Bend
Elementary School
13036 RIVERS BEND BLVD, Chester, VA 23836
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Goddard School-rivers Bend
Elementary School in Chester · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Goddard School-rivers Bend
Goddard School-rivers Bend is a private elementary school in Chester, VA. Goddard School-rivers Bend serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 6.8:1 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 27 students, Goddard School-rivers Bend 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Goddard School-rivers Bend sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Goddard School-rivers Bend 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-rivers Bend compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Chester, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Goddard School-rivers Bend (this school) | — |
| Elizabeth Scott Elementary | 5.6 |
| Enon Elementary | 4.4 |
| C.E. Curtis Elementary | 4.4 |
| C.C. Wells Elementary | 4.5 |
| Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy | 4.3 |
| Harrowgate Elementary | 3.8 |
| Ecoff Elementary | 5.4 |
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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Address
- 13036 RIVERS BEND BLVD, Chester, VA 23836
- Phone
- (804) 530-0096
- 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 VA 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
13036 RIVERS BEND BLVD, Chester, VA 23836
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goddard School-rivers Bend may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tussing Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Colonial Heights). Another option is Elizabeth Scott Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away). Additionally, Marguerite F. Christian Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Colonial Heights). For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RONALD REAGAN SECONDARY SCHOOL Chester | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Elizabeth Scott Elementary Chester | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Elizabeth Davis Middle Chester | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Enon Elementary Chester | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Marguerite F. Christian Elementary Colonial Heights | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Tussing Elementary Colonial Heights | 5.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Patrick Copeland Elementary Hopewell | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| BROADWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hopewell | 4.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Hopewell High Hopewell | 4.9 mi | 4.9 |
| C.E. Curtis Elementary Chester | 4.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Dupont Elementary Hopewell | 4.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Thomas Dale High Chester | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy Chester | 4.9 mi | 4.3 |
| C.C. Wells Elementary Chester | 4.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Anthony P. Mehfoud Elementary Richmond | 5.9 mi | 4.0 |
| THE LEAD CENTER LTD Hopewell | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| DREAM TECH ACADEMY Hopewell | 5.6 mi | — |
| Carver Middle Chester | 5.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Carter G. Woodson Middle Hopewell | 5.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Colonial Heights High Colonial Heights | 6.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,114
Median Home Value
$338,700
Median Rent
$1,622/mo
Population
13,891
College Educated
38.1%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
39.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goddard School-rivers Bend
What grades does Goddard School-rivers Bend serve?
Goddard School-rivers Bend serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Goddard School-rivers Bend?
Goddard School-rivers Bend has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goddard School-rivers Bend?
The student-teacher ratio at Goddard School-rivers Bend is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Goddard School-rivers Bend a private school?
Yes, Goddard School-rivers Bend 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-rivers Bend a religious school?
No, Goddard School-rivers Bend is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 27
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chesterfield County
- Phone
- (804) 530-0096
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