Serving 158 students in grades 9-12, Goodrich Academy 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodrich Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Goodrich Academy's student population of 158 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Goodrich Academy is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
46%
23%
Black
4%
10%
White
41%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Goodrich Academy often compared to?
Goodrich Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fitchburg High School, Lunenburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goodrich Academy?
The graduation rate of Goodrich Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Goodrich Academy?
158 students attend Goodrich Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Goodrich Academy students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goodrich Academy?
Goodrich Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Goodrich Academy offer ?
Goodrich Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Goodrich Academy part of?
Goodrich Academy is part of Fitchburg School District.
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