Serving 194 students in grades 9-12, Goodrich Academy ranks in the top 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Goodrich Academy's student population of 194 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goodrich Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodrich Academy is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#610 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
48%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
37%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodrich Academy's ranking?
Goodrich Academy is ranked #610 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goodrich Academy?
The graduation rate of Goodrich Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Goodrich Academy?
194 students attend Goodrich Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Goodrich Academy students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goodrich Academy?
Goodrich Academy has a student ration of 19:1, 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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