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Platte River Charter Academy

4085 Lark Sparrow St.
Littleton, CO 80126
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Platte River Charter Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). 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 Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 475 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Top 5% in CO
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 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

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)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Platte River Charter Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 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.
This School
State Level (CO)
#74 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
67%
33%
73%
45%
(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
0.51
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
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 #74 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
PRA teachers are the best and allowed the freedom to expand their teaching methods and oversight of students. Parent involvement at PRA is second to none in the state period.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - mike L

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 475 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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