B- Top 55%

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School

Grades 09-12 BILLERICA, MA

Improved 51 spots from last year

#193 State Rank
B+ District Grade
100 Cook Street, BILLERICA, MA 01821
High Grad Rate 99.3% Active Athletics 25 sports
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
1,282 Students
94.7% Attendance Rate
52 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

52% Proficient or Above
10% Advanced

Mathematics

40% Proficient or Above
5% Advanced

Science

42% Proficient or Above
7% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 52% 10%
2025 Mathematics 10 40% 5%
2025 Science 10 42% 7%
2024 English Language Arts 10 63% 7%
2024 Mathematics 10 49% 6%
2024 Science 10 56% 10%
2023 English Language Arts 10 68% 16%
2023 Mathematics 10 53% 6%
2023 Science 10 63% 15%
2022 English Language Arts 10 72% 9%
2022 Mathematics 10 47% 6%
2022 Science 10 55% 11%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

1,282 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 82.5%
Hispanic 10%
Multiracial 3.7%
Black 2.3%
Asian 0.9%

Gender

59.2% Male
40.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 0.7%
Special Education 26.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 24.6%

Athletics Programs

25 sports programs with 1,448 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 90 athletes
  • Volleyball 59 athletes
  • Wrestling 57 athletes
  • Lacrosse 54 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 47 athletes
  • Baseball 42 athletes
  • Softball 39 athletes
  • Basketball 36 athletes
  • Tennis 18 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 18 athletes
  • Cross Country 15 athletes
  • Golf 12 athletes
  • Rugby 1 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 488 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 236 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 38 athletes
  • Soccer 34 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 32 athletes
  • Volleyball 29 athletes
  • Softball 27 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 21 athletes
  • Baseball 21 athletes
  • Gymnastics 12 athletes
  • Basketball 11 athletes
  • Tennis 11 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

0.4% Dropout Rate

Attendance

94.7% Attendance Rate
14.7% Chronic Absence

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

100 Cook Street, BILLERICA, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School has earned a grade of B-, ranked #193 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 55% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School?

Approximately 1,282 students are enrolled at Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School.

How does Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (52% proficient), Mathematics (40% proficient), Science (42% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School offer?

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School offers 25 athletic programs (13 boys' sports, 12 girls' sports) with approximately 1,448 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School?

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School has a excellent 99.3% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School?

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School has an attendance rate of 94.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School part of?

Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School is part of Billerica School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.