Serving 387 students in grades 1-6, Granite Valley 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 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Granite Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Granite Valley School's student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Granite Valley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Granite Valley School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
86%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granite Valley School's ranking?
Granite Valley School is ranked #1140 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Granite Valley School?
387 students attend Granite Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Granite Valley School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Granite Valley School?
Granite Valley School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Granite Valley School offer ?
Granite Valley School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Granite Valley School part of?
Granite Valley School is part of Monson School District.
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