Oliver Wolcott Technical High School
643 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.
643
Total Students
52.7
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 466 |
| Hispanic | 121 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 36 |
| American Indian | 3 |
-
White466 (73.5%)
-
Hispanic121 (19.1%)
-
Two or More36 (5.7%)
-
Black7 (1.1%)
-
American Indian3 (0.5%)
-
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: | 643 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 52.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 192 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 42 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
154
Grade 10
171
Grade 11
159
Grade 12
159
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 154 |
| Grade 10 | 171 |
| Grade 11 | 159 |
| Grade 12 | 159 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 216 | 33.6% |
| Male | 418 | 65% |
| Not Specified | 9 | 1.4% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
1,034 Students
High School 9th - 12th
614 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
583 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
77 Students
High School 9th - 12th
452 Students
High School 7th - 12th
337 Students
High School 9th - 12th