Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Platte River Charter Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Platte River Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Platte River Charter Academy's student population of 475 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Platte River Charter Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Platte River Charter Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 1779 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platte River Charter Academy's ranking?
Platte River Charter Academy is ranked #91 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Platte River Charter Academy?
475 students attend Platte River Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Platte River Charter Academy students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Platte River Charter Academy?
Platte River Charter Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Platte River Charter Academy offer ?
Platte River Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Platte River Charter Academy part of?
Platte River Charter Academy is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
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