BLACKSTONE VALLEY

Blackstone Valley is a Title I public high school that is part of the Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical school district, located in Upton, MA with about 1,223 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 98 teachers, Blackstone Valley has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School (BVT), located in Upton, Massachusetts, is a premier career and technical education institution serving students from 13 towns within the Blackstone Valley. The school is widely recognized for its rigorous dual-curriculum approach, which seamlessly integrates challenging academic coursework with comprehensive vocational-technical training. By maintaining strong partnerships with local industry leaders, BVT ensures that its 20+ career programs—ranging from advanced manufacturing and engineering to health services and information technology—remain aligned with the evolving needs of the modern workforce.

Beyond its technical instruction, Blackstone Valley Tech is noted for its high standards of student achievement, consistently ranking among the top-performing districts in Massachusetts. The school fosters a culture of professionalism, excellence, and community service, often requiring students to participate in real-world projects that benefit their home towns. With a modern, state-of-the-art facility and a philosophy that prioritizes both college readiness and career preparation, BVT provides its graduates with a distinct competitive advantage, equipping them with the certifications and practical experience necessary to succeed in post-secondary education or directly in the workforce.

For more information, contact Blackstone Valley at (508) 529-7758 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.