Westfield Technical Academy
557 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Westfield Technical Academy (WTA), located in Westfield, Massachusetts, is a specialized public high school dedicated to combining rigorous academic instruction with comprehensive career and technical education (CTE). Serving students from the greater Westfield area, the school operates on the philosophy that hands-on, industry-aligned training is essential for student success in the modern workforce. By integrating traditional core subjects with specialized vocational training, WTA prepares its graduates to either enter the professional workforce immediately upon graduation or pursue higher education with a competitive edge.
The school offers a diverse range of technical programs, including fields such as information technology, construction technology, culinary arts, health occupations, and automotive technology, among others. These programs are housed in state-of-the-art workshops and labs where students work with industry-standard equipment under the guidance of experienced instructors. In addition to technical skills, Westfield Technical Academy places a strong emphasis on professional development, certifications, and work-based learning opportunities, ensuring that students develop the practical expertise and soft skills necessary to thrive in their chosen career paths.
The school offers a diverse range of technical programs, including fields such as information technology, construction technology, culinary arts, health occupations, and automotive technology, among others. These programs are housed in state-of-the-art workshops and labs where students work with industry-standard equipment under the guidance of experienced instructors. In addition to technical skills, Westfield Technical Academy places a strong emphasis on professional development, certifications, and work-based learning opportunities, ensuring that students develop the practical expertise and soft skills necessary to thrive in their chosen career paths.
557
Total Students
58.9
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 445 |
| Hispanic | 85 |
| Black | 9 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 12 |
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White445 (79.9%)
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Hispanic85 (15.3%)
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Two or More12 (2.2%)
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Black9 (1.6%)
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Asian6 (1.1%)
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: | Westfield |
| Phone: | (413)572-6533 |
| Website: | http://schoolsofwestfield.org/o/westfield-tech |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 557 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 58.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
150
Grade 10
140
Grade 11
131
Grade 12
136
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 150 |
| Grade 10 | 140 |
| Grade 11 | 131 |
| Grade 12 | 136 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 180 | 32.3% |
| Male | 377 | 67.7% |
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