School Overview
Union County Vocational-Technical High School (often referred to as UCVTS or Union County Tech) is a public career and technical magnet school located in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Serving students from across Union County, the school is designed for those who wish to pursue specialized career paths alongside their core academic curriculum. It operates on a "school-within-a-school" model, offering a variety of distinct academies that focus on specific career clusters, such as pre-engineering, health sciences, information technology, performing arts, and culinary arts.

The school is highly regarded for its rigorous academic environment and its commitment to preparing students for both higher education and the modern workforce. By combining traditional high school coursework with hands-on, industry-standard vocational training, UCVTS provides students with a competitive edge through certifications, internships, and partnerships with local businesses. With a diverse student body and a focus on specialized learning, it serves as a prominent choice for students seeking a dynamic, interest-based education outside of the traditional comprehensive high school experience.
511
Total Students
23.9
Full-Time Teachers
21.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
10.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Union County Tech
Demographic Student Count
White198
Hispanic151
Black90
Asian50
Two or More20
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    198 (38.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    151 (29.6 %)
  • Black
    90 (17.6 %)
  • Asian
    50 (9.8 %)
  • Two or More
    20 (3.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Career and Technical School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Union County Vocational-Technical School District
Phone: (908)889-8288
Website: http://www.ucvts.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 511
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 38
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 9 136
Grade 10 134
Grade 11 126
Grade 12 115

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Union County Tech
Grade Student Count
Grade 9136
Grade 10134
Grade 11126
Grade 12115
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Union County Tech
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35469.3%
Male15630.5%
Not Specified10.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)