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Nashoba Valley Technical High School

High School · Nashoba Valley Regional Vocational Technical

100 Littleton Road, Westford, MA 01886

Enrollment

773

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#661 of 1,793

In Westford

#4 of 10

public schools

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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About Nashoba Valley Technical High School

Nashoba Valley Technical High School is a public high school in Westford, MA, part of Nashoba Valley Regional Vocational Technical. Nashoba Valley Technical High School serves approximately 773 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nashoba Valley Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #661 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Nashoba Valley Technical High School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation5.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,229
Chronic Absenteeism4.8%

Nashoba Valley Technical High School — Students at Nashoba Valley Technical High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.7% (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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47.5%
ELA
47.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
46.5%
ELA
62.5%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52.5%
2023
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
41%
ELA
40%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Nashoba Valley Technical High School Compares

See how Nashoba Valley Technical High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in MA
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
15
8 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
5.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
8 boys'·7 girls'·30 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

100 Littleton Road, Westford, MA 01886

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nashoba Valley Technical High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Westford Academy (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chelmsford High (rated 7.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby North Chelmsford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westford, see our Westford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER - WESTFORD Westford 0.9 mi
Byam School Chelmsford 1.4 mi 6.1
Abbot Elementary Westford 1.7 mi 6.2
Nabnasset Westford 2.7 mi 6.9
John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Westford 2.6 mi 5.4
GREATER VISIONS CHILDRENS CENTER Chelmsford 3.2 mi
OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton 3.3 mi 7.9
Col John Robinson Westford 2.8 mi 6.7
Westford Academy Westford 2.8 mi 8.0
Col Moses Parker School Chelmsford 3.6 mi 6.4
Charles D Harrington North Chelmsford 3.9 mi 5.2
Chelmsford High North Chelmsford 3.9 mi 7.2
Stony Brook School Westford 3.6 mi 7.9
Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton 3.7 mi 5.7
McCarthy Middle School Chelmsford 4.0 mi 6.4
Center Elementary School Chelmsford 3.9 mi 3.4
Day Elementary Westford 3.8 mi 5.4
KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Chelmsford 4.9 mi 7.1
South Row Chelmsford 3.8 mi 7.5
Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford 5.0 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01886 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$181,523

Median Home Value

$689,400

Median Rent

$2,068/mo

Population

24,584

College Educated

73%

Homeownership

88.5%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

43.3

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Swampscott High Swampscott, MA 6.9
Watertown High Watertown, MA 6.9
Boston Arts Academy Boston, MA 7.0
Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee, MA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nashoba Valley Technical High School

What grades does Nashoba Valley Technical High School serve?

Nashoba Valley Technical High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Nashoba Valley Technical High School?

Nashoba Valley Technical High School has an enrollment of approximately 773 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nashoba Valley Technical High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Nashoba Valley Technical High School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nashoba Valley Technical High School rank in MA?

Nashoba Valley Technical High School ranks #661 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Nashoba Valley Technical High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Nashoba Valley Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Nashoba Valley Technical High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nashoba Valley Technical High School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Nashoba Valley Technical High School a charter school?

No, Nashoba Valley Technical High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nashoba Valley Technical High School a Title I school?

No, Nashoba Valley Technical High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
773
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Nashoba Valley Regional Vocational Technical
District Enrollment
773
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,229
District Rank
#1 of 1

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