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Madison Park Technical Vocational High School

High School · Boston

75 Malcolm X Blvd, Roxbury, MA 02120

Enrollment

1,058

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,325 of 1,793

In Roxbury

#14 of 19

public schools

In district

#80 of 109

Boston

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Madison Park Technical Vocational High School

5.0/10

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

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About Madison Park Technical Vocational High School

Madison Park Technical Vocational High School is a public high school in Roxbury, MA, part of Boston. Madison Park Technical Vocational High School serves approximately 1,058 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Park Technical Vocational High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,325 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Madison Park Technical Vocational High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Madison Park Technical Vocational High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

63% of students at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-33.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-42 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness4.2Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate62%
AP Participation4.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,200
Chronic Absenteeism62.8%

Madison Park Technical Vocational High School — Students at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 29.3% (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
30%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
8.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2023
Math
5%
ELA
14%
2024
Math
7%
ELA
19%
2025
Math
12%
ELA
10%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Madison Park Technical Vocational High School Compares

See how Madison Park Technical Vocational High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in MA
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
119 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
62.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
4.3% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·12 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

75 Malcolm X Blvd, Roxbury, MA 02120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison Park Technical Vocational High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Boston Latin School (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boston Arts Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, O'Bryant School of Math & Science (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roxbury, see our Roxbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
O'Bryant School of Math & Science Roxbury 0.1 mi 6.8
MALIK ACADEMY Roxbury Crossing 0.2 mi
PAIGE ACADEMY Roxbury 0.3 mi
Hale Elementary School Roxbury 0.4 mi 8.2
Tobin K-8 School Roxbury 0.4 mi 4.9
City on a Hill Charter Public School Roxbury 0.6 mi 4.8
Fenway High School Roxbury 0.5 mi 6.7
Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter School Roxbury 0.6 mi 3.1
Carter School Dorchester 0.7 mi 4.9
Dearborn 6-12 STEM Academy Roxbury 0.6 mi 5.4
Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury 0.8 mi 5.2
Boston Latin School Boston 0.7 mi 7.5
Orchard Gardens K-8 School Roxbury 0.7 mi 6.6
Higginson Inclusion K-2 School Roxbury 1.0 mi 5.3
Hurley K-8 School Boston 0.8 mi 5.8
Boston Arts Academy Boston 1.0 mi 7.0
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury 0.8 mi 4.7
NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain 0.9 mi 7.3
Ellis Elementary School Roxbury 1.1 mi 6.6
Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann Boston 0.8 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,472

Median Home Value

$941,200

Median Rent

$1,630/mo

Population

15,248

College Educated

44.2%

Homeownership

11.9%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

34.4%

Median Age

24.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madison Park Technical Vocational High School

What grades does Madison Park Technical Vocational High School serve?

Madison Park Technical Vocational High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Madison Park Technical Vocational High School?

Madison Park Technical Vocational High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,058 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison Park Technical Vocational High School rank in MA?

Madison Park Technical Vocational High School ranks #1,325 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Madison Park Technical Vocational High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison Park Technical Vocational High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Madison Park Technical Vocational High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Park Technical Vocational High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Madison Park Technical Vocational High School a charter school?

No, Madison Park Technical Vocational High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madison Park Technical Vocational High School a Title I school?

No, Madison Park Technical Vocational High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
93 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,058
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
119
Type
vocational
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
62.8%
4-Year Graduation
62.0%

District

Boston
District Enrollment
45,742
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,200
District Rank
#80 of 109

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