PLATT TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
Platt Technical High School is a public high school that is part of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System school district, located in Milford, CT with about 816 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 73 teachers, Platt Technical High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Platt Technical High School, located in Milford, Connecticut, is a premier career and technical education institution that serves students from across the region. As part of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS), the school provides a unique educational environment that integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with hands-on technical training. Students at Platt have the opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and a professional certificate in a wide array of specialized trades, ranging from culinary arts and automotive technology to information technology and health services.
The school is dedicated to preparing students for immediate entry into the workforce, advanced apprenticeship programs, or post-secondary education. By blending traditional classroom learning with real-world, industry-standard equipment and shop experiences, Platt Tech fosters a practical, skill-based culture. This approach ensures that graduates are not only academically proficient but also possess the technical expertise and professional certifications necessary to thrive in high-demand career fields, making the school a vital hub for regional economic development and student success.
For more information, contact Platt Technical High School at (203) 783-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Milford, CT 06461-2157
(203) 783-5300
PLATT TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Milford, CT with about 816 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
-
High School
(Career & Technical School)
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 816
- Teachers:
- 73.7
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 816 students
- White
- 43.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 38.8%
- Black or African American
- 11.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.4%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 36.3%
- Male
- 63.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.