The Springfield High School of Science and Technology, known as Sci-Tech, is one of Springfield’s magnet schools and home to the Cybercats. It welcomed its first group of students in 1996. Sci-Tech students begin their studies in STEM Academy, a hands-on, project-based approach where science, technology, engineering and math are integrated into the entire curriculum.
During 11th and 12th grade, students can prepare for careers in Healthcare Sciences, Information Technology, Film and Media, Engineering or Finance, or enroll in AfterDark, a joint program with nearby Putnam Vocational Technical High School. Students in AfterDark focus on STEM academics at Sci-Tech in the morning and attend Putnam in the afternoon to apply their new skills to a trade of their choice. Sci-Tech also offers several advanced placement courses for students preparing for college.
Sci-Tech’s music program, which includes choir and band, is renowned throughout the region. Known as the Pride of Springfield, the band performs at both school and community events around Springfield each year. The school has sent more students to the University of Massachusetts Honor Band Festival than any school that has participated. Some students come to Sci-Tech specifically for the program, and alums often return to play with the band during special events. What began with 20 students in 2007 now has over 500 members. The athletics program at Sci-Tech is also popular, and students can compete in basketball, football, wrestling, field hockey, ice hockey, soccer, volleyball, and cheerleading.
Springfield High School of Science and Technology
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
1250 State St,
Springfield, MA
Springfield Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Kevin Lalime
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1020
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
9%
Reading Proficiency
17%
Average GPA
3.08
Graduation Rate
94%
Niche Grade
C-
B-
C+
B-
B+
B
B+
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.08
Reading Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
9%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
93
Full Time Teachers
93
Teachers in First or Second Year
24%
College Prep
Average SAT
1020
Math
510
Verbal
520
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
23
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
7.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
197:1
Student Diversity
Male
54.8%
Female
45.1%
Hispanic
70.6%
Black
18.8%
White
6.5%
Two or more races
2.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<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
99 Students
Western New England University
67 Students
Westfield State University
62 Students
Springfield Technical Community College
60 Students
University of Massachusetts Boston
52 Students
Holyoke Community College
52 Students
American International College
49 Students
Springfield College - Massachusetts
47 Students
Boston University
43 Students
Bay Path University
41 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
33 Students
Psychology
29 Students
Nursing
25 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
22 Students
Biology
20 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
18 Students
Computer Science
10 Students
Small Business Management
9 Students
Criminology
8 Students
Arts
8 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/30/2023
my experience was like a normal high school experience. it wasn't like high school musical the movie but I made amazing friends, lost a couple but overall the school made me feel included in everything.
5/26/2021
I enjoyed my high school experience mainly because I joined the band and made amazing connections with people and had great opportunities for performances. This is the largest program in that school and is full of talented students who in turn effect the student body positively. I wouldn't do it all over because there are many other aspects of this school that aren't so enjoyable. The way the system is set up can be pretty ridiculous and I feel students aren't challenged intellectually to prepare for college.
5/8/2017
It be cool if the food was better, and teachers are ok its just some of them are a bit bad. The diversity is ok sometimes I feel left out since there aren't so many of my kind in the school but I'm ok with that. This school doesn't really do that much activities especially field trips or dress down day.
GreatSchools Reviews
7/21/2019
It was good my class had the highest graduation rate in our history of our school
9/28/2015
I feel the school was left open for a lot a changes. I fought hard for school uniforms but was told it was impossible (it's now a standard in the Springfield Schools, yay!). I brought a lot of ideas to the table as a student and was told they simply weren't possible. I know this school can do more f...
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Springfield High School of Science and Technology 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 1,099 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 9% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 17% are proficient in reading. Springfield High School of Science and Technology has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.08, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1020 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $294,093. Discover additional schools in the area, like Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy, High School Of Commerce, Springfield Central High School, and more. Learn more about what Springfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Springfield High School of Science and Technology.