What grades does Orville H. Platt High School serve?

Orville H. Platt High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Meriden area.

Where is Orville H. Platt High School located?

Orville H. Platt High School is a urban school in Meriden, CT.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orville H. Platt High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orville H. Platt High School is 16:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Meriden, CT?

Schools in Meriden include Orville H. Platt High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Meriden area.

CTHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Orville H. Platt High School — School Profile & District Info

High|Meriden, Connecticut|Meriden School District

Meriden, CT 06450

School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,184

Student:Teacher

16:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Meriden School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

80.5%

Phone

(203)235-7963

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

30-34%

Math Proficiency

10-14%

Graduation Rate

91%

Chronic Absenteeism

12.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

27 courses offered

233 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

238 test takers

Athletics

19 sports, 35 teams

348 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.9:1

Worse than average in CT

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,116

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

74.95

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$21,082

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$12,453

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,594

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 15%State 54%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$656,749

+4.9% 1yr+43.0% 5yr

Bridgeport, CT metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.3%

Below 150% poverty line

6.3%

Unemployment rate

5.1%

Uninsured residents

8.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,960

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,778

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

576 (32%)

Autism

345 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

300 (17%)

Emotional Disturbance

187 (11%)

Speech/Language Impairment

141 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

112 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,191

Current enrollment

Growing(+22% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Orville H. Platt High School

Orville H. Platt High School has a total enrollment of 1,184 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Meriden, CT.