Greater Commonwealth Virtual School
1,155 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
The **Massachusetts Virtual Academy at Greenfield (MAVA)** is a publicly funded, tuition-free online charter school that serves students in grades K–12 across the state. By leveraging a virtual learning platform, the school provides an alternative to the traditional classroom setting, allowing students to complete their coursework from home while remaining connected to certified Massachusetts teachers. The curriculum is designed to be rigorous and comprehensive, meeting state standards while offering a level of flexibility that accommodates students with diverse needs, including those who require personalized pacing or who thrive in an independent learning environment.
Beyond the academic core, MAVA emphasizes a strong partnership between students, parents, and educators. Parents or guardians serve as "learning coaches," playing an active role in daily instruction, while the school provides the necessary digital tools and support systems to ensure student success. By combining the convenience of online education with a structured, community-oriented approach, MAVA aims to provide a high-quality educational experience for students who may not be well-served by conventional brick-and-mortar schools.
Beyond the academic core, MAVA emphasizes a strong partnership between students, parents, and educators. Parents or guardians serve as "learning coaches," playing an active role in daily instruction, while the school provides the necessary digital tools and support systems to ensure student success. By combining the convenience of online education with a structured, community-oriented approach, MAVA aims to provide a high-quality educational experience for students who may not be well-served by conventional brick-and-mortar schools.
1,155
Total Students
72.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 590 |
| Hispanic | 302 |
| Black | 86 |
| Asian | 65 |
| Two or More | 94 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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White590 (51.7 %)
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Hispanic302 (26.4 %)
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Two or More94 (8.2 %)
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Black86 (7.5 %)
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Asian65 (5.7 %)
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Pacific Islander5 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Exclusively virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Greater Commonwealth Virtual District |
| Phone: | (413)475-3879 |
| Website: | http://www.gcvs.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,155 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 72.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
30
Grade 1
41
Grade 2
43
Grade 3
57
Grade 4
49
Grade 5
60
Grade 6
77
Grade 7
76
Grade 8
113
Grade 9
145
Grade 10
145
Grade 11
163
Grade 12
156
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 30 |
| Grade 1 | 41 |
| Grade 2 | 43 |
| Grade 3 | 57 |
| Grade 4 | 49 |
| Grade 5 | 60 |
| Grade 6 | 77 |
| Grade 7 | 76 |
| Grade 8 | 113 |
| Grade 9 | 145 |
| Grade 10 | 145 |
| Grade 11 | 163 |
| Grade 12 | 156 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 622 | 53.9% |
| Male | 520 | 45% |
| Not Specified | 13 | 1.1% |