Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy offers high school kids a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience with multiple career options. Built in 2012, the large school opens its doors to ninth through 12th grade students and offers about 20 vocational programs. Graphic arts, cosmetology, carpentry, culinary and automotive mechanics are just some of the programs kids can choose to pursue.
When students begin at Putnam, they start by exploring all the offered programs before choosing their top three. Once they’ve spent a week learning more about each program, students can decide what path they’d like to study. They’ll spend the next three and a half years exploring their vocation, going on field trips and learning from professionals with opportunities for scholarships, awards and membership in SkillsUSA, a career and technical student organization. Putnam students have won multiple SkillsUSA awards both in the district and nationally.
Putnam works on a “swing week” format, meaning students alternate weeks in vocational training and traditional academic classes. The school engages with the community to give students hands-on experience in their trade. like a mall, storefronts showcase students’ work, and the school is open to the public when it’s not in session.
By partnering with the neighboring Springfield High School of Science and Technology, Putnam Vocational ensures that all students who want experience working in their prospective field can get it. All graduates leave with certification so they can immediately begin their careers.
Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
1300 State St,
Springfield, MA
Springfield Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
George Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
53%
Average GPA
3.39
Graduation Rate
98%
Niche Grade
C+
B
B-
B
A-
B+
B+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.39
Reading Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
30%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
122
Full Time Teachers
122
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
520
Verbal
520
Average ACT
19
Math
18
English
19
Reading
20
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
24.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
156:1
Student Diversity
Female
53.9%
Male
46%
Hispanic
71.3%
Black
16.3%
White
7.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.5%
Two or more races
1.6%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
170 Students
University of Massachusetts Boston
124 Students
Western New England University
120 Students
Westfield State University
119 Students
Springfield Technical Community College
117 Students
American International College
106 Students
Boston University
103 Students
Bay Path University
103 Students
Elms College
88 Students
Holyoke Community College
73 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
92 Students
Business
61 Students
Psychology
51 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
42 Students
Biology
36 Students
Computer Science
31 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
29 Students
Pre-Law Studies
19 Students
Small Business Management
19 Students
Marketing
18 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/8/2024
I overall have no complaints about Putnam, they have provided me with good education and a good high school experience.
8/13/2024
The best part of my experience would have to be the career readiness. From learning about different careers in freshman year to learning how to resume in my junior year I have grown so much. The cons though is that we don't have many clubs and organizations for students to join extracurriculars within the school. If I want to join extracurriculars most of the time I have to do it outside of school which bothers me.
6/28/2023
Overall it is a great experience, you make new friends there as most of the people around are humble. The teachers are amazing at there job despite having have the time of a normal school. They are very understanding of others situations and they make sure to be tailored to each class. The classes themselves are always a good size as well. You will almost always walk out of any class learning something that you didn't know beforehand. It was a great experience.
GreatSchools Reviews
10/10/2010
First off I like their rules that students have to follow. Putnam is a great school because it has a lot to offer and so many different workshops. The teachers there are there for the students and really do want to help them in order for them to be the future of tomorrow and become the best men and...
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Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Springfield, MA and is served by the Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 1,384 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 30% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 53% are proficient in reading. Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.39, the graduation rate is 98%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $294,093. Discover additional schools in the area, like Springfield High School of Science and Technology, Springfield Central High School, High School Of Commerce, and more. Learn more about what Springfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy.