Serving 1,184 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Greater Commonwealth Virtual 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 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School's student population of 1,184 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greater Commonwealth Virtual 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 Greater Commonwealth Virtual School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1274 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
52%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
57%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
22.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater Commonwealth Virtual School's ranking?
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School is ranked #1274 out of 1,626 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greater Commonwealth Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Greater Commonwealth Virtual School is 57%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Greater Commonwealth Virtual School?
1,184 students attend Greater Commonwealth Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Greater Commonwealth Virtual School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greater Commonwealth Virtual School?
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Greater Commonwealth Virtual School offer ?
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Greater Commonwealth Virtual School part of?
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School is part of Greater Commonwealth Virtual School District.
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