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.
502
Total Students
24.6
Full-Time Teachers
20.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
10.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Union County Tech
Demographic Student Count
White186
Hispanic160
Black76
Asian55
Two or More22
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    186 (37.2%)
  • Hispanic
    160 (32.0%)
  • Black
    76 (15.2%)
  • Asian
    55 (11.0%)
  • Two or More
    22 (4.4%)
  • 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: 502
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 38
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 9 125
Grade 10 115
Grade 11 132
Grade 12 130

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Union County Tech
Grade Student Count
Grade 9125
Grade 10115
Grade 11132
Grade 12130
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Union County Tech
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34969.5%
Male15130.1%
Not Specified20.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)