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Plainview Elementary School
Elementary School · Kiowa County School District No. Re-2
13997 CTY RD 71, Sheridan Lake, CO 81071
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Plainview Elementary School
Elementary School in Sheridan Lake · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Plainview Junior-senior High School
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Cheyenne Wells Junior/high School
25.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Plainview Elementary School
Plainview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sheridan Lake, CO, part of Kiowa County School District No. Re-2. Plainview Elementary School serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Structured state assessment records for Plainview Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 20 students, Plainview Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Plainview Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Plainview Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Address
- 13997 CTY RD 71, Sheridan Lake, CO 81071
- Phone
- (719) 729-3331
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
13997 CTY RD 71, Sheridan Lake, CO 81071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plainview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Weskan Elem (rated 8.5/10, 30.6 miles away, in nearby Weskan). Another option is Sharon Springs Elem (rated 7.8/10, 38.9 miles away, in nearby Sharon Springs). Additionally, Syracuse Elem (rated 6.2/10, 42.0 miles away, in nearby Syracuse). For more schools in Sheridan Lake, see our Sheridan Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 42.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Plainview Junior-Senior High School Sheridan Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cheyenne Wells Junior/High School Cheyenne Wells | 25.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Cheyenne Wells Elementary School Cheyenne Wells | 25.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Granada Elementary School Granada | 28.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Granada Undivided High School Granada | 28.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Holly School Holly | 29.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Greeley County Elem School Tribune | 24.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Greeley County Jr./Sr. High Tribune | 24.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Weskan Elem Weskan | 30.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Weskan High Weskan | 30.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Alta Vista Charter School Lamar | 31.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Parkview Elementary School Lamar | 34.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Lamar Middle School Lamar | 34.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Washington Elementary School Lamar | 34.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Melvin Hendrickson Development Center Lamar | 35.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Lamar High School Lamar | 35.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Sharon Springs Elem Sharon Springs | 38.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Wallace County High Sharon Springs | 38.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Syracuse High Syracuse | 42.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Syracuse Elem Syracuse | 42.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,036
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
299
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
53.3%
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plainview Elementary School
What grades does Plainview Elementary School serve?
Plainview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Plainview Elementary School?
Plainview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plainview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Plainview Elementary School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Plainview Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plainview Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Plainview Elementary School a charter school?
No, Plainview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plainview Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Plainview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plainview Elementary School?
75.0% of students at Plainview Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Kiowa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (719) 729-3331
Resources & Links
District
Kiowa County School District No. Re-2- District Enrollment
- 30
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $62,814
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