Education

The Platte County 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.  Platte County R-3 has received a perfect 14 out of 14 score on the Annual Performance Report by the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education five out of the last six years.  

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 performance, exceptional leadership including board, administration and staff honors, and the wonderful support of a caring community.

Platte County R-3 School District – Tradition. Pride. Vision. |  www.plattecountyschooldistrict.com

Northland Career Center – Skills today, Careers Tomorrow  |  www.northlandcareercenter.com

Platte County High School – (9-12)
Platte City Middle School – (6-8)
Barry School – (3-8)
Paxton Elementary – (4-5)
Siegrist Elementary – (1-3)
Pathfinder Elemenatary – (K-2)
Rising Star – (K)
Great Beginnings Preschool (Pre K)

Higher Education Opportunities within a 30 Mile Radius:

Park University – www.park.edu
Missouri Western State University – www.missouriwestern.edu
William Jewell College – www.jewell.edu
UMKC – www.umkc.edu
Maple Woods Community College – www.mcckc.edu
University of Phoenix. – www.phoenix.edu
Grantham University (online) – www.grantham.edu
Baker University (satellite campus) – www.bakeru.edu
National American University – www.national.edu
Pinnacle Career Institute  – www.pcitraining.edu
Business & Technology Institute – www.mcckc.edu
Colorado Technical University – www.coloradotech.edu