Serving 621 students in grades 9-12, Franklin County Technical ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin County Technical ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin County Technical's student population of 621 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Motto
We Build Futures
School Rankings
Franklin County Technical ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin County Technical is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1114 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
89%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin County Technical's ranking?
Franklin County Technical is ranked #1114 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Franklin County Technical often compared to?
Franklin County Technicalis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Valley Regional, Smith Vocational And Agricultural High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin County Technical?
The graduation rate of Franklin County Technical is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Franklin County Technical?
621 students attend Franklin County Technical.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Franklin County Technical students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin County Technical?
Franklin County Technical has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Franklin County Technical offer ?
Franklin County Technical offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin County Technical part of?
Franklin County Technical is part of Franklin County Regional Vocational Technical School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
This school was a perfect fit for our son. He's a bright kid but he was struggling in the traditional school, barely passing. But the teachers at FCTS have had an amazing impact on him. His grades freshman year gave him something to brag about, but more importantly we noticed how much his (academic) self-confidence was restored. He's excited about school again having gained a passion for his chosen trade.
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