Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Plateau Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plateau Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Plateau Valley High School's student population of 78 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plateau Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plateau Valley High School is 0.33, 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
#774 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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 Plateau Valley High School's ranking?
Plateau Valley High School is ranked #774 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plateau Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Plateau Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Plateau Valley High School?
78 students attend Plateau Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Plateau Valley High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plateau Valley High School?
Plateau Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plateau Valley High School offer ?
Plateau Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plateau Valley High School part of?
Plateau Valley High School is part of Plateau Valley School District No. 50 In The County Of Mesa.
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