Serving 41 students in grades 7-8, Plateau Valley Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plateau Valley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Collbran, CO, and encompasses approximately 805.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 33.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plateau Valley Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Plateau Valley Junior High School's student population of 41 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plateau Valley Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plateau Valley Junior High School is 0.10, 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
#405 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plateau Valley Junior High School's ranking?
Plateau Valley Junior High School is ranked #405 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Plateau Valley Junior High School?
41 students attend Plateau Valley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Plateau Valley Junior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plateau Valley Junior High School?
Plateau Valley Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plateau Valley Junior High School offer ?
Plateau Valley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plateau Valley Junior High School part of?
Plateau Valley Junior High School is part of Plateau Valley School District No. 50 In The County Of Mesa.
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