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Franklin County Technical

High School · Franklin County Regional Vocational Technical

82 Industrial Blvd, Turners Falls, MA 01376

Enrollment

621

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#723 of 1,793

In Turners Falls

#2 of 3

public schools

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin County Technical

6.7/10

High School in Turners Falls · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.5/10

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About Franklin County Technical

Franklin County Technical is a public high school in Turners Falls, MA, part of Franklin County Regional Vocational Technical. Franklin County Technical serves approximately 621 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin County Technical has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #723 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin County Technical show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,008
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Franklin County Technical — Students at Franklin County Technical score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22.5%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
37.5%
ELA
37%
2023
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
24%
ELA
34%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Franklin County Technical Compares

See how Franklin County Technical performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in MA
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

82 Industrial Blvd, Turners Falls, MA 01376

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin County Technical may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Four Rivers Charter Public School (rated 7.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pioneer Valley Regional (rated 5.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Northfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Turners Falls, see our Turners Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Turners Fall High Montague 1.3 mi 4.5
Great Falls Middle Montague 1.3 mi 5.4
FOUR WINDS SCHOOL Gill 1.4 mi
Hillcrest Elementary School Turners Falls 1.7 mi 7.0
Sheffield Elementary School Turners Falls 1.8 mi 6.3
Erving Elementary Erving 1.9 mi 7.0
Gill Elementary Gill 3.8 mi 9.4
GREENFIELD CENTER SCHOOL Greenfield 3.1 mi 6.3
STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield 3.5 mi 8.0
Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield 3.5 mi 6.5
Greenfield High Greenfield 3.8 mi 4.5
Greenfield Middle Greenfield 3.8 mi 5.8
Federal Street School Greenfield 3.9 mi 5.7
Bernardston Elementary Bernardston 5.1 mi 7.3
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield 4.2 mi 4.4
The Academy of Early Learning at North Parish Greenfield 4.6 mi 5.5
Newton School Greenfield 4.8 mi 5.2
Pioneer Valley Regional Northfield 6.2 mi 5.9
THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield 5.4 mi 8.2
Four Rivers Charter Public School Greenfield 5.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,857

Median Home Value

$237,800

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Population

5,032

College Educated

31.1%

Homeownership

53.3%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

45

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Littleton High School Littleton, MA 6.7
Medway High Medway, MA 6.7
Pembroke High School Pembroke, MA 6.7
Quincy Upper School Boston, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin County Technical

What grades does Franklin County Technical serve?

Franklin County Technical serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Franklin County Technical?

Franklin County Technical has an enrollment of approximately 621 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin County Technical?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin County Technical is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin County Technical rank in MA?

Franklin County Technical ranks #723 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Franklin County Technical's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin County Technical has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Franklin County Technical?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin County Technical has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Franklin County Technical a charter school?

No, Franklin County Technical is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin County Technical a Title I school?

No, Franklin County Technical is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
vocational
Setting
Distant Town
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Franklin County Regional Vocational Technical
District Enrollment
621
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,008
District Rank
#1 of 1

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