Granite Valley School

Granite Valley School is an elementary school located in the rural setting of Monson, Massachusetts. The school serves students from kindergarten through sixth grade and has a total enrollment of 387 students with a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, which suggests a nurturing learning environment. With 41 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, Granite Valley School offers personalized attention to each child.

Granite Valley School's MySchoolScout rating is 5.0 out of 10 and it ranks at #1009 among the 1796 schools in Massachusetts. In terms of academic performance, the school scores a 3.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout’s scale. Specifically, 40% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, while 23% are proficient or above in math and 44% are proficient or above in science.

These numbers indicate areas where the school is working to improve academic outcomes. Granite Valley School is situated in a rural area near Monson, providing a close-knit community feel for students and families.

While current test scores at Granite Valley School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, Granite Valley School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Granite Valley School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.