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#550 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 31% in state

Joseph P Keefe Technical High School

High School · South Middlesex Regional Vocational Technical

750 Winter Street, Framingham, MA 01702

Enrollment

871

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#550 of 1,793

In Framingham

#1 of 16

public schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Joseph P Keefe Technical High School

7.3/10

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About Joseph P Keefe Technical High School

Joseph P Keefe Technical High School is a public high school in Framingham, MA, part of South Middlesex Regional Vocational Technical. Joseph P Keefe Technical High School serves approximately 871 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph P Keefe Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #550 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph P Keefe Technical High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Joseph P Keefe Technical High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-16.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation5.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,911
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Joseph P Keefe Technical High School — Students at Joseph P Keefe Technical High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.6% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
26.5%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27.5%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2023
Math
30%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2025
Math
29%
ELA
38%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Compares

See how Joseph P Keefe Technical High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in MA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
14
8 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
91 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5.2% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
8 boys'·6 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

750 Winter Street, Framingham, MA 01702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph P Keefe Technical High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is David Mindess (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Ashland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 0.3 mi 4.5
Ashland High Ashland 1.1 mi 6.7
PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland 1.0 mi
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 1.6 mi 5.7
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 1.4 mi 3.5
Fuller Middle Framingham 1.5 mi 4.9
David Mindess Ashland 1.5 mi 7.2
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 1.9 mi
William Pittaway Elementary Ashland 1.8 mi 4.9
SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham 2.1 mi 7.0
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 2.1 mi 8.8
Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland 2.4 mi 5.0
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham 2.0 mi 3.7
Brophy Framingham 2.5 mi 3.7
Juniper Hill School Framingham 2.8 mi 5.1
Charlotte A Dunning Framingham 3.1 mi 3.8
METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland 2.4 mi 4.5
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY ACADEMY Ashland 3.0 mi
Ashland Middle Ashland 2.6 mi 6.7
Walsh Middle Framingham 3.2 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,784

Median Home Value

$563,600

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Population

39,761

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

34.3%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph P Keefe Technical High School

What grades does Joseph P Keefe Technical High School serve?

Joseph P Keefe Technical High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Joseph P Keefe Technical High School?

Joseph P Keefe Technical High School has an enrollment of approximately 871 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph P Keefe Technical High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph P Keefe Technical High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joseph P Keefe Technical High School rank in MA?

Joseph P Keefe Technical High School ranks #550 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Joseph P Keefe Technical High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph P Keefe Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Joseph P Keefe Technical High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph P Keefe Technical High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joseph P Keefe Technical High School a charter school?

No, Joseph P Keefe Technical High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph P Keefe Technical High School a Title I school?

No, Joseph P Keefe Technical High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
91
Type
vocational
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

South Middlesex Regional Vocational Technical
District Enrollment
871
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,911
District Rank
#1 of 1

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