Platte Valley High School

www.plattevalley.k12.co.us

331 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Platte Valley High School, located in Kersey, Colorado, serves as the central secondary educational institution for the Platte Valley School District RE-7. Situated in a rural community in Weld County, the school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment that balances academic preparation with a strong sense of community pride. The school is known for its commitment to supporting students in their post-secondary goals, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce directly upon graduation.

Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a robust extracurricular culture, featuring a variety of athletic programs, student organizations, and activities that encourage student engagement and leadership. By fostering a supportive atmosphere, Platte Valley High School aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute to their local community and beyond. Those looking for specific updates on district policies, academic calendars, or school news can find comprehensive resources on their official website.

331

Total Students

25.7

Full-Time Teachers

12.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

49.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Platte Valley High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	177
Hispanic	143
Black	1
Asian	3
Two or More	6
American Indian	1

White
177 (53.5%)
Hispanic
143 (43.2%)
Two or More
6 (1.8%)
Asian
3 (0.9%)
Black
1 (0.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Weld County School District No. Re-7
Phone:	(970)336-8700
Website:	http://www.plattevalley.k12.co.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	331
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	25.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	152
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 96

Grade 10 80

Grade 11 71

Grade 12 84