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Worcester Technical High

High School · Worcester

1 Manny Familia Way, Worcester, MA 01605

Enrollment

1,439

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,053 of 1,793

In Worcester

#22 of 48

public schools

In district

#20 of 45

Worcester

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.9/10

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About Worcester Technical High

Worcester Technical High is a public high school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. Worcester Technical High serves approximately 1,439 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Worcester Technical High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,053 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Worcester Technical High show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation20.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

Worcester Technical High — Students at Worcester Technical High score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 72.4% (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
70%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
98%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2023
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
25%
ELA
35%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Worcester Technical High Compares

See how Worcester Technical High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
118 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
20.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·9 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

1 Manny Familia Way, Worcester, MA 01605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Worcester Technical High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WORCESTER ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burncoat Senior High (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Belmont Street Community Worcester 0.6 mi 6.4
VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester 0.9 mi 5.6
City View Worcester 1.0 mi 4.6
Wawecus Road School Worcester 1.2 mi 4.0
NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester 1.0 mi 7.2
North High Worcester 1.3 mi 4.4
Lincoln Street Worcester 1.3 mi 6.5
Lake View Worcester 1.1 mi 8.2
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 1.1 mi 9.0
Grafton Street Worcester 1.5 mi 5.2
Burncoat Middle School Worcester 1.5 mi 6.6
Burncoat Senior High Worcester 1.5 mi 6.0
Worcester East Middle Worcester 1.7 mi 5.7
SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury 1.4 mi
Thorndyke Road Worcester 1.8 mi 4.8
Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury 1.4 mi 4.3
Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester 1.9 mi 4.9
WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester 1.8 mi 7.1
Union Hill School Worcester 1.9 mi 2.4
Rice Square Worcester 2.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,805

Median Home Value

$349,800

Median Rent

$1,362/mo

Population

31,086

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

31.3%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

32

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Grafton High School Grafton, MA 5.9
Beverly High Beverly, MA 6.0
Burncoat Senior High Worcester, MA 6.0
Marlborough High Marlborough, MA 6.0
Weymouth High School Weymouth, MA 6.0
Whitman Hanson Regional Whitman, MA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Worcester Technical High

What grades does Worcester Technical High serve?

Worcester Technical High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Worcester Technical High?

Worcester Technical High has an enrollment of approximately 1,439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Worcester Technical High?

The student-teacher ratio at Worcester Technical High is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Worcester Technical High rank in MA?

Worcester Technical High ranks #1,053 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Worcester Technical High's MySchoolScout rating?

Worcester Technical High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Worcester Technical High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Worcester Technical High has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Worcester Technical High a charter school?

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

Is Worcester Technical High a Title I school?

No, Worcester Technical High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,439
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
118
Type
vocational
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Worcester
District Enrollment
24,350
Schools in District
45
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,553
District Rank
#20 of 45

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