Serving 590 students in grades 1-5, Mary K. Goode Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary K. Goode Elementary School's student population of 590 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
We Are Eagles
School Rankings
Mary K. Goode Elementary School 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 Mary K. Goode Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1028 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
81%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary K. Goode Elementary School's ranking?
Mary K. Goode Elementary School is ranked #1028 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary K. Goode Elementary School often compared to?
Mary K. Goode Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry B. Burkland Elementary School, Federal Furnace School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary K. Goode Elementary School?
590 students attend Mary K. Goode Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mary K. Goode Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary K. Goode Elementary School?
Mary K. Goode Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary K. Goode Elementary School offer ?
Mary K. Goode Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary K. Goode Elementary School part of?
Mary K. Goode Elementary School is part of Middleborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary K. Goode Elementary School located?
Mary K. Goode Elementary School is located in the Middleborough Center neighborhood of Middleboro, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Middleborough Center.
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