School Overview
Taconic High School, located on Valentine Road in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, serves as a cornerstone of the Pittsfield Public Schools district. As one of the city's primary secondary institutions, the school is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with diverse extracurricular opportunities. Its modern campus facilities are built to support a wide range of learning styles, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to pursue both their intellectual interests and personal growth.

Beyond its core curriculum, Taconic High is well-regarded for its commitment to career and technical education, offering various vocational programs that prepare students for success in both higher education and the modern workforce. The school maintains a strong focus on community engagement, athletic participation, and the arts, aiming to develop well-rounded citizens. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with hands-on learning experiences, Taconic High strives to equip its student body with the essential skills, critical thinking abilities, and technological literacy necessary for life after graduation.
824
Total Students
88.7
Full-Time Teachers
9.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Taconic High
Demographic Student Count
White493
Hispanic149
Black85
Asian9
Two or More81
American Indian3
  • White
    493 (60.1%)
  • Hispanic
    149 (18.2%)
  • Black
    85 (10.4%)
  • Two or More
    81 (9.9%)
  • Asian
    9 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pittsfield
Phone: (413)448-9600
Website: http://taconic.pittsfield.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 824
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 88.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 213
Grade 10 200
Grade 11 211
Grade 12 200

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Taconic High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9213
Grade 10200
Grade 11211
Grade 12200
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Taconic High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female36344.1%
Male45755.5%
Not Specified40.4%