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
1030
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
53%
Average GPA
3.39
Graduation Rate
99%
Niche Grade
C+
B
B-
B
A-
B+
B+
B-
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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
1030
Math
520
Verbal
520
Average ACT
19
Math
18
English
19
Reading
20
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
24.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
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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%
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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
180 Students
University of Massachusetts Boston
130 Students
Springfield Technical Community College
128 Students
Westfield State University
124 Students
Western New England University
118 Students
American International College
109 Students
Bay Path University
105 Students
Boston University
104 Students
Elms College
93 Students
Holyoke Community College
75 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
95 Students
Business
60 Students
Psychology
50 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
42 Students
Biology
38 Students
Computer Science
33 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
30 Students
Pre-Law Studies
20 Students
Graphic Design
18 Students
Small Business Management
18 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/31/2024
Through the time i was attending Putnam i say it went very well for me when ever i need help with anything they would always be there for me
1/21/2024
I believe Putnam was and still is a great high school. They have amazing career and internship opportunities available to students. When I was enrolled in Putnam it seemed the administration did not care about disciplining students properly and allowing them to disrupt class with no consequences.
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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Map
Attendance Zone
About Pine Point
List Price Range
$195K - $578K
Homes For Sale
15
Average Home Value
$281,047
Median Lot Size
6,098 Sq Ft
% Renters
37%
Household Income
$61,496
% of College Grads
18.3%
Median Age
39
Average House Size
1,242 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
33.9%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,350 - $1,852 per month
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- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
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