TRI-COUNTY REGIONAL VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical is a Title I public high school that is part of the Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical school district, located in Franklin, MA with about 984 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 90 teachers, Tri-County Regional 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.

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, located in Franklin, Massachusetts, is a career-focused institution dedicated to providing a comprehensive education that integrates rigorous academics with hands-on technical training. Serving students from 11 surrounding towns, the school offers a wide variety of vocational programs ranging from traditional trades like carpentry and culinary arts to modern, high-tech fields such as engineering technology, medical assisting, and information technology. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for both immediate workforce entry and success in higher education, ensuring they graduate with industry-recognized certifications and practical experience.

Beyond its technical instruction, Tri-County emphasizes the development of the "whole student" through a robust extracurricular program that includes athletics, student organizations, and leadership opportunities. The school fosters a supportive, collaborative environment where students learn to balance professional responsibility with academic achievement. By maintaining close partnerships with local businesses and industry leaders, Tri-County consistently aligns its training with current labor market needs, effectively bridging the gap between classroom learning and the professional world to help students build sustainable, long-term careers.

For more information, contact Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical at (508) 528-5400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.