GR NEW BEDFORD VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL

Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical is a Title I public high school that is part of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical school district, located in New Bedford, MA with about 2,153 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 198 teachers, Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School (GNBVT), located at 1121 Ashley Blvd in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is a premier career and technical education institution serving the Greater New Bedford area. Known locally as "Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech," the school offers a rigorous dual-curriculum that integrates comprehensive academic instruction with hands-on technical training. Students have the opportunity to specialize in a wide range of career pathways—spanning fields such as construction, culinary arts, healthcare, information technology, and advanced manufacturing—while simultaneously meeting the state's academic requirements for a high school diploma.

Beyond its technical shops, GNBVT is highly regarded for its commitment to workforce development and community partnership. The school operates as a "career-ready" hub, equipping students with industry-standard certifications and real-world experience that allows many graduates to enter the workforce immediately or pursue higher education with a distinct competitive advantage. With a sprawling campus that includes professional-grade facilities, the school functions as a significant economic engine for the region, fostering a culture of professional responsibility, innovation, and civic engagement among its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical at (508) 998-3321 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.