Serving 65 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 33%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Plateau Valley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Collbran, CO, covering approximately 805.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 33.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plateau Valley High School's student population of 65 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plateau Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plateau Valley High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
86%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plateau Valley High School's ranking?
Plateau Valley High School is ranked #779 out of 1,748 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 33% 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?
65 students attend Plateau Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Plateau Valley High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plateau Valley High School?
Plateau Valley High School has a student ration of 8:1, 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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