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#276 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 15% in state

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School

High School · Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical

100 Cook Street, Billerica, MA 01821

Enrollment

1,306

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#276 of 1,793

In Billerica

#1 of 8

public schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School

8.2/10

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

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About Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School is a public high school in Billerica, MA, part of Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical. Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School serves approximately 1,306 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg0 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
College Readiness9.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,707
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School — Students at Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 80.0% (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
86%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2023
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
40%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
85th percentile in MA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
131 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·37 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 Cook Street, Billerica, MA 01821

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Burlington High (rated 8.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Burlington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wilmington High (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Billerica, see our Billerica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomas Ditson Billerica 0.8 mi 5.7
Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington 1.2 mi 6.6
John F Kennedy Billerica 1.5 mi 7.3
Pine Glen Elementary Burlington 1.9 mi 6.8
Locke Middle Billerica 1.5 mi 7.8
West Intermediate Wilmington 1.5 mi 6.9
Boutwell Wilmington 1.5 mi 6.0
Wilmington Middle School Wilmington 1.5 mi 6.7
Fox Hill Burlington 1.9 mi 6.6
Heath-Brook Tewksbury 2.5 mi 7.1
NASHOBA LEARNING GROUP Bedford 2.8 mi 6.7
BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington 3.1 mi
Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington 3.3 mi 7.6
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington 3.3 mi 6.7
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON Burlington 3.4 mi
John W. Wynn Middle Tewksbury 3.7 mi 6.7
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington 2.8 mi 6.8
Wilmington High Wilmington 2.8 mi 7.9
TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington 2.8 mi
Burlington High Burlington 3.7 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,564

Median Home Value

$581,300

Median Rent

$2,211/mo

Population

30,203

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton, MA 8.2
Northampton High Northampton, MA 8.2
Reading Memorial High Reading, MA 8.2
Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill, MA 8.2
Holliston High Holliston, MA 8.1
Natick High Natick, MA 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School

What grades does Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School serve?

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

How many students attend Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School?

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,306 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School rank in MA?

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School ranks #276 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School a charter school?

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

Is Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,306
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
131
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical
District Enrollment
1,306
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,707
District Rank
#1 of 1

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