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
98%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
C+
B+
C+
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
1030
Math
510
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
Western New England University
131 Students
University of Massachusetts Boston
125 Students
Springfield Technical Community College
121 Students
Westfield State University
117 Students
American International College
108 Students
Bay Path University
105 Students
Boston University
104 Students
Elms College
89 Students
Holyoke Community College
77 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
97 Students
Business
63 Students
Psychology
53 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
42 Students
Biology
38 Students
Computer Science
31 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
30 Students
Pre-Law Studies
21 Students
Marketing
19 Students
Small Business Management
19 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.
1/23/2024
I've been in this Vocational school for four years now, I started online while COVID was still going on. The amazing teachers and faculty helped me out a lot with answering questions and going above and beyond to be there for me and the other students. Putnam has been a great stepping stool for me and has impacted my life in great ways. I learned a lot not only in the academic side but also in the vocational way since I'm in a business technology shop. I wouldn't want to be in any other school, Putnam and the faculty have been an incredible experience.
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.
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. Annual tuition is $0. 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 1030 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $296,017. 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.