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Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School

School · TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School District

141 Mansion Drive, East Walpole, MA 02032

Virtual

Enrollment

2,907

Student-Teacher

23.3:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,641 of 1,793

In East Walpole

#3 of 3

public schools

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Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School

3.9/10

School in East Walpole · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School

Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School is a public school in East Walpole, MA, part of TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School District. Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School serves approximately 2,907 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,641 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School is a large school: 2,907 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Test scores at Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual 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.

Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.34 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.9% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.6% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-22.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-29.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate43%
AP Participation2.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$7,572
Chronic Absenteeism45.4%

Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School — Students at Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 38.8% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
46.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 123 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
42%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
21.3%
ELA
37.9%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
47.8%
2022
Math
27.5%
ELA
36.8%
2023
Math
25.7%
ELA
39.1%
2024
Math
19.9%
ELA
30.3%
2025
Math
19.9%
ELA
27.6%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School Compares

See how Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in MA
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
1.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
125 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
2.7% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

141 Mansion Drive, East Walpole, MA 02032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School may also want to explore other schools in the area. William E Sheehan (rated 9.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Martha Jones (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elm Street School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Walpole), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Walpole, see our East Walpole schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood 0.8 mi 5.8
NORWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norwood 1.0 mi 7.2
Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole 0.9 mi 8.1
Old Post Road East Walpole 1.3 mi 7.5
Bird Middle East Walpole 1.2 mi 6.7
Balch Norwood 1.2 mi 3.7
F A Cleveland Norwood 1.4 mi 6.8
Fisher Walpole 1.1 mi 7.3
Norwood High Norwood 1.9 mi 6.4
George F. Willett Norwood 2.0 mi 6.1
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL East Walpole 1.7 mi 5.1
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Norwood 2.4 mi 6.3
Eleanor N Johnson Middle Walpole 2.1 mi 6.7
Walpole High Walpole 2.4 mi 8.4
Martha Jones Westwood 2.6 mi 8.6
Charles J Prescott Norwood 2.2 mi 3.8
John P Oldham Norwood 2.9 mi 4.2
Cornelius M Callahan Norwood 2.7 mi 5.7
William E Sheehan Westwood 3.1 mi 9.6
Elm Street School Walpole 2.5 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$180,100

Median Home Value

$673,400

Median Rent

$2,448/mo

Population

4,914

College Educated

63.6%

Homeownership

82.9%

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

35.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School

What grades does Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School serve?

Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School?

Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School has an enrollment of approximately 2,907 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School rank in MA?

Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School ranks #1,641 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School a charter school?

No, Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School a Title I school?

No, Tec Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
2,907
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
125
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.4%
4-Year Graduation
43.0%

District

TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School District
District Enrollment
2,907
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,572
District Rank
#1 of 1

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