Union County Tech
502 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 186 |
| Hispanic | 160 |
| Black | 76 |
| Asian | 55 |
| Two or More | 22 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White186 (37.2%)
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Hispanic160 (32.0%)
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Black76 (15.2%)
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Asian55 (11.0%)
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Two or More22 (4.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 125 |
| Grade 10 | 115 |
| Grade 11 | 132 |
| Grade 12 | 130 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 349 | 69.5% |
| Male | 151 | 30.1% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.4% |
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