Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Goddard School/science Technical ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goddard School/science Technical ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Goddard School/science Technical's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Goddard School/science Technical ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goddard School/science Technical is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1479 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
61%
26%
Black
14%
10%
White
11%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Worcester School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goddard School/science Technical's ranking?
Goddard School/science Technical is ranked #1479 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Goddard School/science Technical often compared to?
Goddard School/science Technicalis often viewed alongside schools like Brimfield Elementary School, Leicester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Goddard School/science Technical?
359 students attend Goddard School/science Technical.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Goddard School/science Technical students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goddard School/science Technical?
Goddard School/science Technical has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Goddard School/science Technical offer ?
Goddard School/science Technical offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Goddard School/science Technical part of?
Goddard School/science Technical is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Goddard School/science Technical located?
Goddard School/science Technical is located in the Main South neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Main South.
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