Platte City Area

Platte City Area Schools    

Platte County R-3 School District is in the midst of growth and change.

The District Education Center is located in Platte City, six miles northwest of Kansas City International Airport. However, more than 40 percent of our 105 square miles is within the city limits of Kansas City.

The location, schools and friendly atmosphere make it attractive to people wishing to relocate in or around the Kansas City area. While located within easy commuting distance of downtown Kansas City and its amenities, a rural, small town atmosphere prevails.

Unique opportunities exist for R-3 students and parents:

• Excellent student to teacher ratios
• A+ High School Designation (free tuition for graduates to junior colleges and vocational programs)
• An on-site Career Center
• Some of the top extra-curricular programs in the state

The R-3 Schools have achieved the highest honor of academic distinction in the state of Missouri by earning the classification of .High Performing District. since inception. The Platte County R-3 Board of Education was recognized as Missouri School Board of the Year for 2008. The district also boasts excellent extracurricular programs with state championships in Missouri Girls Softball and Girls Basketball for 2009 & 2010, three consecutive Class 3 State Championships in football, back to back Class 2 & 3 State Championships in wrestling and a state championship in baseball. Platte County's fine arts department has also received numerous state level accomplishments in vocal, instrumental music, drama and other activities.

The district is proud of excellent facilities and the opportunities for students as a result of "strong voter approval" on bond issues, the most recent being in 2008 for $7.95 million dollars. The district.s reputation continues to grow as one of the best school districts in the state as evidenced by its recognition for outstanding student performances, exceptional leadership including board, administration and staff honors, and the wonderful support of a caring community.

PLATTE COUNTY R-3 SCHOOL OFFICIALS
Superintendent	Dr. Michael Reik	816 858-5420
Asst. Superintendent	Rob Gardner	816 858-5420
Asst. Superintendent	Tammy DiPonio	816 858-5420
Platte County High School (Grades 9-12)	Craig Robinson	816 858-2822
Platte County Middle School (Grades 6-8)	Chris Miller	816 858-2036
Barry School (Grades K-8)	Rebecca Henshaw	816/436-9623
Paxton School (Grade 4 & 5)	Chad Searcey	816 858-5808
Siegrist Elementary (Grades 1-3)	Tolan Singer	816 858-5977
Rising Star Elementary (Kindergarten)	Dr. Donna Hughes	816 858-2167
Northland Career Center	Cheryl Hill	816/858-5505

PLATTE COUNTY R-3 SCHOOL SERVICES

Comprehensive Academic Oriented Programs Full Special Education Services Comprehensive Fine Arts Program A+ School Program Extracurricular Programs/Transportation Adventure Club Gifted Programs Youth Friends Comprehensive Athletic Program Parents As Teachers Program Pirates Rock Character Ed Program Pirate University Parent Education Professional Learning Communities

PLATTE COUNTY R-3 SCHOOL STATISTICS
Accreditation Status	Accredited
Enrollment, R-3 School District	3296
Drop Out Rate	2.7%
Number of Certified Staff Members	294
Master's Degree or Above	70.5%
Average Teacher Salary	$50,091
Students Per Classroom Teacher	19
Assessed Valuation	$425,318,904
Tax Rate	$4.1953
Total District Budget (Including Debt Service)	$51,034,219
Total Operating Budget	$31,094,996