B Top 45%

South Shore Vocational Technical High School

Grades 09-12 HANOVER, MA

Dropped 77 spots from last year

#156 State Rank
A- District Grade
476 Webster Street, HANOVER, MA 02339
High Grad Rate 97.4%
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
685 Students
94.4% Attendance Rate
54.8 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

44% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Mathematics

38% Proficient or Above
4% Advanced

Science

51% Proficient or Above
7% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 44% 8%
2025 Mathematics 10 38% 4%
2025 Science 10 51% 7%
2024 English Language Arts 10 64% 14%
2024 Mathematics 10 57% 7%
2024 Science 10 49% 8%
2023 English Language Arts 10 66% 8%
2023 Mathematics 10 52% 4%
2023 Science 10 48% 5%
2022 English Language Arts 10 62% 5%
2022 Mathematics 10 63% 8%
2022 Science 10 53% 4%

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

685 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 85%
Hispanic 9.5%
Black 3.4%
Multiracial 1.9%
Asian 0.3%

Gender

67.7% Male
31.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1.8%
Special Education 25.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch 27%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

2.6% Dropout Rate

Attendance

94.4% Attendance Rate
12.7% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

476 Webster Street, HANOVER, MA

B-Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Shore Vocational Technical High School's grade rating?

South Shore Vocational Technical High School has earned a grade of B, ranked #156 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 45% 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 South Shore Vocational Technical High School?

Approximately 685 students are enrolled at South Shore Vocational Technical High School.

How does South Shore Vocational Technical High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, South Shore Vocational Technical High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (44% proficient), Mathematics (38% proficient), Science (51% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the graduation rate at South Shore Vocational Technical High School?

South Shore Vocational Technical High School has a excellent 97.4% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at South Shore Vocational Technical High School?

South Shore Vocational Technical High School has an attendance rate of 94.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is South Shore Vocational Technical High School part of?

South Shore Vocational Technical High School is part of Hanover 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.