Hoosac Valley High School is a public institution of secondary education located in Cheshire, Massachusetts, United States. It primarily serves students residing in the towns of Adams, Cheshire, and Savoy. Hoosac Valley, abbreviated HVHS, hosts grades 4 through 12.
Serving 296 students in grades 8-12, Hoosac Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoosac Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hoosac Valley High School's student population of 296 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Motto
Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, Empathy
School Rankings
Hoosac Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hoosac Valley High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1383 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
85%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sparky The Hurricane
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoosac Valley High School's ranking?
Hoosac Valley High School is ranked #1383 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hoosac Valley High School often compared to?
Hoosac Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Mccann Vocational Technical, Taconic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoosac Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Hoosac Valley High School is 90%, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hoosac Valley High School?
296 students attend Hoosac Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hoosac Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoosac Valley High School?
Hoosac Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hoosac Valley High School offer ?
Hoosac Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hoosac Valley High School part of?
Hoosac Valley High School is part of Hoosac Valley Regional School District.
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