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Hoosac Valley Elementary School

Elementary School · Hoosac Valley Regional

14 Commercial Street, Adams, MA 01220

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,774 of 1,793

In Adams

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Hoosac Valley Regional

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Hoosac Valley Elementary School

2.9/10

Elementary School in Adams · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School

5.8/10

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4.6/10

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About Hoosac Valley Elementary School

Hoosac Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Adams, MA, part of Hoosac Valley Regional. Hoosac Valley Elementary School serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hoosac Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,774 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hoosac Valley Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-37.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.6 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-25.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,357
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Hoosac Valley Elementary School — Students at Hoosac Valley Elementary School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 42 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
46.5%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
46.5%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
41.5%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
37.5%
2023
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
5%
ELA
12%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.

How Hoosac Valley Elementary School Compares

See how Hoosac Valley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.9/10
1th percentile in MA
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Location

14 Commercial Street, Adams, MA 01220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hoosac Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lanesborough Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Lanesborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Colegrove Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby North Adams), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emma L Miller Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Savoy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Adams, see our Adams schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School Adams 0.1 mi 5.8
ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Adams 0.5 mi 4.6
Hoosac Valley High School Cheshire 1.7 mi 3.3
Hoosac Valley Middle School Cheshire 1.7 mi 5.1
Charles McCann Vocational Technical North Adams 3.3 mi 5.0
Drury High North Adams 3.8 mi 4.6
Brayton North Adams 5.5 mi 4.5
Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams 5.6 mi 7.8
Greylock North Adams 5.7 mi 4.1
Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg 6.9 mi 4.8
Abbott Memorial Florida 6.7 mi 6.2
PINE COBBLE SCHOOL Williamstown 6.8 mi 7.5
Williamstown Elementary Williamstown 7.8 mi 6.1
BUXTON SCHOOL Williamstown 7.5 mi 6.8
Mt Greylock Regional High Williamstown 7.1 mi 7.4
Emma L Miller Elementary School Savoy 7.2 mi 7.7
Stamford Elementary School Stramford 9.8 mi 4.3
Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough 9.0 mi 8.0
Wahconah Regional High Dalton 10.1 mi 8.0
Nessacus Regional Middle School Dalton 10.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,285

Median Home Value

$199,800

Median Rent

$930/mo

Population

8,106

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

61.7%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

49.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hoosac Valley Elementary School

What grades does Hoosac Valley Elementary School serve?

Hoosac Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Hoosac Valley Elementary School?

Hoosac Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hoosac Valley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hoosac Valley Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hoosac Valley Elementary School rank in MA?

Hoosac Valley Elementary School ranks #1,774 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hoosac Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hoosac Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hoosac Valley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hoosac Valley Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hoosac Valley Elementary School a charter school?

No, Hoosac Valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hoosac Valley Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Hoosac Valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

Hoosac Valley Regional
District Enrollment
978
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,357
District Rank
#3 of 3

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