The MSBA’s enabling statute requires that a periodic survey be conducted to assess the elementary and secondary public schools across the Commonwealth. The School Survey will include site visits at approximately 1,580 schools and the compilation of existing data at approximately 120 additional schools currently in the MSBA’s program pipeline. This will result in a published report sharing an understanding of the building condition and general environment for the Commonwealth’s public schools.
Buildings are evaluated regardless of whether or not the district has any plans for improvements or new schools. Site visits will not be conducted at schools in the MSBA’s program pipeline unless construction has been completed. Site visits at recently completed schools will establish a baseline for comparison in future assessments. The assessment will evaluate several key factors, including: condition, capacity, maintenance, and educational environment. The data collected during this assessment is just one factor used to determine which school facilities present the highest level of need and urgency, and the results are not the sole basis the MSBA uses to determine any district’s eligibility for funding.
The MSBA looks forward to working with Districts during the School Survey process. The cooperation of every district is essential in the production of this critical analytical tool to ensure that the children of the Commonwealth receive their education in a safe, sound, and sustainable environment.
2025 Frequently Asked Questions
Information Updates:
October, 2024 - Assessments Beginning
September, 2024 - Pilot Site Visits
July, 2024 - STV Incorporated under contract
June, 2024 - Launch Announcement
January, 2024 - Request for Responses
For any general questions about the upcoming 2025 School Survey, please use the contact us form, available here.