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#1294 of 1,793 schools in MA
Hoosac Valley Middle School
Middle School · Hoosac Valley Regional
125 Savoy Road, Cheshire, MA 01225
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.1
Grades
4th – 7th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.1
Grades
4th – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,294 of 1,793
In Cheshire
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Hoosac Valley Regional
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Hoosac Valley Middle School
Middle School in Cheshire · grades 4th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Hoosac Valley High School
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About Hoosac Valley Middle School
Hoosac Valley Middle School is a public middle school in Cheshire, MA, part of Hoosac Valley Regional. Hoosac Valley Middle School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades 4th-7th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Hoosac Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,294 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Hoosac Valley Middle School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hoosac Valley Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Hoosac Valley Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
44% of students at Hoosac Valley Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hoosac Valley Middle School — Students at Hoosac Valley Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 94 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How Hoosac Valley Middle School Compares
See how Hoosac Valley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 Savoy Road, Cheshire, MA 01225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hoosac Valley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wahconah Regional High (rated 8.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Dalton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lanesborough Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Lanesborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Colegrove Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby North Adams), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cheshire, see our Cheshire schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hoosac Valley High School Cheshire | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School Adams | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Adams | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Charles McCann Vocational Technical North Adams | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Drury High North Adams | 5.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Brayton North Adams | 7.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Greylock North Adams | 7.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Emma L Miller Elementary School Savoy | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Wahconah Regional High Dalton | 8.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg | 8.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Abbott Memorial Florida | 7.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Nessacus Regional Middle School Dalton | 8.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton | 8.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Craneville Dalton | 8.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough | 7.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PINE COBBLE SCHOOL Williamstown | 8.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BUXTON SCHOOL Williamstown | 9.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Williamstown Elementary Williamstown | 9.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,028
Median Home Value
$237,000
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
3,234
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
87.4%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
51
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hoosac Valley Middle School
What grades does Hoosac Valley Middle School serve?
Hoosac Valley Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 7th.
How many students attend Hoosac Valley Middle School?
Hoosac Valley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hoosac Valley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hoosac Valley Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hoosac Valley Middle School rank in MA?
Hoosac Valley Middle School ranks #1,294 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hoosac Valley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hoosac Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hoosac Valley Middle School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Hoosac Valley Middle School a charter school?
No, Hoosac Valley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hoosac Valley Middle School a Title I school?
No, Hoosac Valley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 7th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Berkshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.7%
- Phone
- (413) 743-8404
Resources & Links
District
Hoosac Valley Regional- District Enrollment
- 978
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,357
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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