Worcester Technical High School serves 1,476 students in grades 9-12.
Worcester Technical High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Worcester Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Worcester Technical High School's student population of 1,476 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Worcester Technical High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Worcester Technical High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 1644 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
38%
23%
Black
19%
10%
White
31%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worcester Technical High School's ranking?
Worcester Technical High School is ranked #325 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Worcester Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Worcester Technical High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Worcester Technical High School?
1,476 students attend Worcester Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Worcester Technical High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Worcester Technical High School?
Worcester Technical High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Worcester Technical High School offer ?
Worcester Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Worcester Technical High School part of?
Worcester Technical High School is part of Worcester School District.
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