The Gooden School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 160 students
Yearly Tuition: $24,130
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 19 / Dec. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Gooden School
Pre-K	5
Kind	17
1	14
2	9
3	18
4	21
5	21
6	20
7	18
8	17

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1975

Colors

Red Navy

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

160 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

20 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Students wear uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 19 / Dec. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$24,130

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Tuition Notes

www.goodenschool.org

% on Financial Aid

30%

Admissions Director

Heather Newbro

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFlag Football

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Cheer SquadChess Club

Student CouncilYearbook Committee

Arts and Music Programs:

Band ProgramDrama

Instrumental MusicSpeech and Debate

STEAMStudio Art

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Foothill Sports League

School Notes

Since 1975, The Gooden School has dedicated itself to fostering a nurturing student-centered environment within a supportive, caring community.
We believe high-quality education must be engaging, individualized, and inspiring.
We value curiosity.
We celebrate differences.
We pride ourselves on our commitment to others.
A Gooden graduate is a student of the world with a strong moral compass guiding them towards fulfilling and bright futures.

School Motto: Respect for Self, Respect for Others, Respect for the World.
School Mascot: Knight

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The Gooden School inspires students to be intellectually curious and resilient while preparing them to lead lives of kindness, integrity, and respect.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Gooden School cost?

The Gooden School's tuition is approximately $24,130 for private students.

Does The Gooden School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Gooden School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does The Gooden School offer?

The Gooden School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for The Gooden School?

The application deadline for The Gooden School is Jan. 19 / Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 19 / Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 5/12/2016

We are in our fifth year at Gooden now and couldn't be happier that our boys are part of this tight-knit community in Sierra Madre. The children at Gooden are surrounded by amazing teachers and staff providing a well-rounded education that prepares them for the best high schools in the Pasadena area. Students receive individualized guidance owing to the small class sizes. Music, art, PE, technology, Spanish, and Latin (5-8) are exceptional. Parent volunteering is not required, but believe me you'll want to spend time there contributing knowing that your children are part of something truly special and that you are giving them something that will be with them the rest of their lives.

- Posted by Parent - rhofe

5 1/28/2012

My two children have been attending The Gooden School for seven years. The Gooden is best at teaching character traits such as care and empathy. Love the school. Love the teachers. My kids are doing well. The school provides a nurturing environment that has a great music, art and physical education program as well. Kids who graduate from the Gooden are well rounded and obtain a balanced education. Focus is on the individual as a person first.

- Posted by Parent - lorri

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