PUTNAM HIGH SCHOOL

Putnam High School is a public high school that is part of the Putnam School District school district, located in Putnam, CT with about 272 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Putnam High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Putnam High School, located at 152 Woodstock Ave. in Putnam, Connecticut, serves as a central educational hub for the local community. As part of the Putnam Public Schools district, the high school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with personal growth. The school emphasizes college and career readiness, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Putnam High School promotes a well-rounded student experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and community-focused initiatives. By maintaining a strong partnership between faculty, students, and families, the school strives to cultivate a supportive culture that values integrity, responsibility, and lifelong learning. Through these efforts, PHS aims to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to become productive, engaged citizens in an ever-evolving global society.

For more information, contact Putnam High School at (860) 963-6905 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

152 Woodstock Ave.
Putnam, CT 06260-1440
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PUTNAM HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Putnam, CT with about 272 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
272
Teachers:
28.84
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 272 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PUTNAM HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
80.1%
Hispanic/Latino
8.5%
Two or more races
7.0%
Black or African American
2.9%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
55.9%
Male
44.1%

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.