Oliver Wolcott Technical High School
618 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Oliver Wolcott Technical High School, located in Torrington, Connecticut, is part of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS). The school provides a unique educational environment that blends rigorous academic coursework with comprehensive vocational and technical training. Students at Oliver Wolcott are given the opportunity to explore various trade technologies, preparing them to graduate with both a high school diploma and industry-recognized certifications, which positions them for immediate entry into the workforce or advanced post-secondary education.
The school is well-regarded for its hands-on approach to learning, offering a wide array of career clusters such as manufacturing, construction, health technology, and culinary arts, among others. By integrating real-world shop experiences with traditional classroom studies, Oliver Wolcott fosters a culture of professional development and technical proficiency. Additionally, the school maintains strong partnerships with local businesses and industry leaders, ensuring that its curriculum remains relevant to current market demands while providing students with valuable networking and internship opportunities.
The school is well-regarded for its hands-on approach to learning, offering a wide array of career clusters such as manufacturing, construction, health technology, and culinary arts, among others. By integrating real-world shop experiences with traditional classroom studies, Oliver Wolcott fosters a culture of professional development and technical proficiency. Additionally, the school maintains strong partnerships with local businesses and industry leaders, ensuring that its curriculum remains relevant to current market demands while providing students with valuable networking and internship opportunities.
618
Total Students
51.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 464 |
| Hispanic | 106 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 36 |
| American Indian | 2 |
-
White464 (75.7 %)
-
Hispanic106 (17.3 %)
-
Two or More36 (5.9 %)
-
Black4 (0.7 %)
-
American Indian2 (0.3 %)
-
Asian1 (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: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Connecticut Technical Education and Career System |
| Phone: | (860)496-5300 |
| Website: | http://wolcott.cttech.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 618 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 51.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 192 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 42 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
166
Grade 10
172
Grade 11
144
Grade 12
136
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 166 |
| Grade 10 | 172 |
| Grade 11 | 144 |
| Grade 12 | 136 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 199 | 32.2% |
| Male | 414 | 67% |
| Not Specified | 5 | 0.8% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
1,010 Students
High School 9th - 12th
648 Students
High School 9th - 12th
234 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
371 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
93 Students
High School 9th - 12th
410 Students
High School 7th - 12th
367 Students
High School 9th - 12th