Orville H. Platt High School

School Overview
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.
1,108
Total Students
77.3
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
86.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Orville H. Platt High School
Demographic Student Count
White199
Hispanic679
Black173
Asian19
Two or More34
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    679 (61.4 %)
  • White
    199 (18.0 %)
  • Black
    173 (15.7 %)
  • Two or More
    34 (3.1 %)
  • Asian
    19 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Meriden School District
Phone: (203)235-7963
Website: http://www.meridenk12.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,108
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 77.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 833
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 130
Grades Taught
Grade 9 306
Grade 10 306
Grade 11 262
Grade 12 234

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Orville H. Platt High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9306
Grade 10306
Grade 11262
Grade 12234
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Orville H. Platt High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female54549.2%
Male56050.5%
Not Specified30.3%
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