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Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School

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Posted February 28, 2012
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Too strict?? HA!! This school is amazing! Either that parent is jealous of this schools success and does not have a child here, or they are raising an over-indulgent spoiled brat!! My daughter is SO happy at this school. Her teachers are incredible, kind, warm and loving. When she makes mistakes (and she does!) they guide her rather than punish her. Even the school counselor is fantastic, often taking time to chat with her. Heck--even the NURSE is sweet as pie!! If you're not happy here please leave and give the slot to someone who REALLY wants to be here!!
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Posted February 27, 2012
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I find it interesting that someone would find the school too strict with young children. My kids are terrific but are often challenging. Their teachers are some of the warmest, most loving, and supportive teachers I have encountered. My daughter gets a BIG hug every morning from her kindergarten teacher and all of the teachers (regardless of which grade they teach) know my kids by name. It is a real and caring community. I wonder if the person who left that comment has a child at the school?
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Posted March 31, 2011
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PVCICS is one of the most incredible schools in the entire U.S. The program is challenging and ever-changing. My daughter never gets bored. The teachers are so involved and hard-working. They are truly a gift to education. The principal is absolutely fantastic. Her dedication to the school, the programs and the students is beyond words. If you're lucky enough to get in, you too will fall in love with this school!
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Posted March 31, 2011
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This is simply an amazing school. I cannot believe our fortune to have the opportunity to watch our children learn such an amazing language along with high level math, science, english arts and more. The entire staff of this school is very dedicated to their program. The students are all so happy to be here, including mine. There is a unity among the teachers and students that surpasses regular public schools. We are truly blessed. Thank you Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion!
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Posted March 31, 2011
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Who gave this school 4 stars!!! This is the greatest school in the entire world!! If I could, I'd give it 10 or 100 stars! If every school across the US adopted the program that this school is teaching, the US would be unstoppable. The students at this school are happy, well-rounded & highly respectful of both themselves and their peers. Kathy, the principal, is so dedicated that she is simply 1 in a million. The teachers are incredible. What more can I say??!! 4 stars? Really?
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Posted April 17, 2010
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The teachers and administration are caring and the opportunity for my child(ren) to learn Chinese and about Chinese culture is very exciting!
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Posted January 20, 2010
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I love this school. Both of my children attend and we are pleased with the level of education they are receiving. The language immersion is fantastic but clearly not for every child. I find the teachers to be caring, respectful, and patient, regardless of the student's ability. This school will certainly serve as a model program for other schools in the future.
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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 61% in 2011.

22 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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The state average for Math was 66% in 2011.

21 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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About the tests

In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 53% in 2011.

13 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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The state average for Math was 47% in 2011.

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About the tests

In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 68% in 2011.

16 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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The state average for Math was 58% in 2011.

16 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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About the tests

In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 73% in 2011.

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About the tests

In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students64%
Female50%
Malen/a
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White63%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged56%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students77%
Female64%
Malen/a
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White80%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged70%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students92%
Femalen/a
Malen/a
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students92%
Femalen/a
Malen/a
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students94%
Femalen/a
Malen/a
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students81%
Femalen/a
Malen/a
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Math

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 51% 70%
Asian 27% 5%
Two or more races 17% 2%
Hispanic 3% 14%
Black 1% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 13%N/A31%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 7N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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