Summary:
The 01225 zip code in Massachusetts is home to two schools: Hoosac Valley High School and Hoosac Valley Middle School, both part of the Hoosac Valley Regional district. While the schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios and higher-than-average per-student spending, they consistently underperform compared to state averages on academic assessments.
Hoosac Valley High School has a four-year graduation rate of 90.4%, slightly below the state average, and a dropout rate of 7.7%, which is higher than the state average. Both the high school and middle school have significantly lower proficiency rates on the MCAS Next Generation assessments in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to statewide metrics. For example, in 2023-2024, only 34.33% of 10th graders at the high school were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 56.86%.
The schools also have a relatively homogeneous student population, with over 90% of students identifying as white. This lack of diversity may limit the schools' ability to provide a well-rounded educational experience. Despite the higher-than-average spending per student and low student-teacher ratios, the schools are still struggling to achieve strong academic outcomes, raising questions about the effective allocation of resources to support student learning and achievement.
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