Serving 2,151 students in grades 9-12, Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical's student population of 2,151 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 191 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,151 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
191 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1977
Campus Size
48 acres
School Rankings
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#555 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical's ranking?
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical is ranked #555 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical often compared to?
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technicalis often viewed alongside schools like New Bedford High School, Fairhaven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical?
The graduation rate of Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical?
2,151 students attend Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical?
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical offer ?
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical part of?
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical is part of Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District.
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