Worcester Technical High School is a vocational-technical high school, part of Worcester Public Schools district in Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. It opened on August 28, 2006, replacing the old Worcester Vocational High School at 2 Grove Street.
Serving 1,439 students in grades 9-12, Worcester Technical High School 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 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Worcester Technical High School's student population of 1,439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1908
Colors
White, Royal blue, Silver
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Worcester Technical High School 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 Worcester Technical High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
43%
25%
Black
19%
10%
White
28%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worcester Technical High School's ranking?
Worcester Technical High School is ranked #491 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Worcester Technical High School often compared to?
Worcester Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackstone Valley by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Worcester Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Worcester Technical High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Worcester Technical High School?
1,439 students attend Worcester Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Worcester Technical High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Worcester Technical High School part of?
Worcester Technical High School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Worcester Technical High School located?
Worcester Technical High School is located in the Biotech Park Area neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
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