ORVILLE H. PLATT HIGH SCHOOL
Orville H. Platt High School is a public high school that is part of the Meriden School District school district, located in Meriden, CT with about 915 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 91 teachers, Orville H. Platt High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.
Orville H. Platt High School, located in Meriden, Connecticut, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Meriden Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic growth, personal development, and community engagement. The school offers a diverse curriculum that includes core academic subjects, honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and a wide array of elective options designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Platt High School places a strong emphasis on student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including interscholastic athletics, student government, performing arts, and numerous interest-based clubs. The school is known for its active school spirit—often associated with its "Panther" mascot—and a commitment to cultivating a supportive school culture. By integrating technology into the learning process and maintaining strong partnerships with the local community, Platt High School strives to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and character traits necessary to succeed as responsible, productive citizens.
For more information, contact Orville H. Platt High School at (203) 235-7963 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Meriden, CT 06450-3812
(203) 235-7963
http://www.platths.com/
ORVILLE H. PLATT HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Meriden, CT with about 915 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Meriden School District
- Total Students:
- 915
- Teachers:
- 91.72
- 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 915 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 54.6%
- White
- 27.0%
- Black or African American
- 13.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- Asian
- 1.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.3%
- Male
- 51.7%
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.