Dauphin County Technical School
1,125 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Dauphin County Technical School (DCTS), located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is a premier career and technical education provider serving students from several participating school districts across Dauphin County. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that blends rigorous academic coursework with hands-on technical training, preparing students for both immediate entry into the workforce and post-secondary educational opportunities. With a diverse array of programs—ranging from healthcare and culinary arts to precision machining and information technology—DCTS is designed to equip students with industry-standard skills and professional certifications.
Beyond its technical instruction, the school emphasizes a culture of professional development, leadership, and community engagement. By partnering with local businesses and industry leaders, DCTS ensures that its training reflects current economic demands, allowing students to gain practical experience through cooperative education and internship programs. Whether students intend to pursue a trade career or continue their education at a university, Dauphin County Technical School provides a supportive environment that fosters technical expertise and personal growth in a modern, professional setting.
Beyond its technical instruction, the school emphasizes a culture of professional development, leadership, and community engagement. By partnering with local businesses and industry leaders, DCTS ensures that its training reflects current economic demands, allowing students to gain practical experience through cooperative education and internship programs. Whether students intend to pursue a trade career or continue their education at a university, Dauphin County Technical School provides a supportive environment that fosters technical expertise and personal growth in a modern, professional setting.
1,125
Total Students
80.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 487 |
| Hispanic | 245 |
| Black | 248 |
| Asian | 111 |
| Two or More | 32 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White487 (43.3 %)
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Black248 (22.0 %)
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Hispanic245 (21.8 %)
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Asian111 (9.9 %)
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Two or More32 (2.8 %)
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American Indian2 (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: | Dauphin County Technical School |
| Phone: | (717)652-3170 |
| Website: | http://www.dcts.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,125 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 80.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
321
Grade 10
295
Grade 11
272
Grade 12
237
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 321 |
| Grade 10 | 295 |
| Grade 11 | 272 |
| Grade 12 | 237 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 566 | 50.3% |
| Male | 559 | 49.7% |
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