Not "Business as Usual"

Platte River Academy is a public school of choice in the Douglas County School District that was not started with a “business as usual” idea or model. Our school set out to rewrite the rulebook and to extend the boundaries of the “possible.” We have had a magnificent strategy and it has worked brilliantly for over 25 years. We are very committed to continuing the school’s success and progress.

Academic Reputation

PRA is a charter school that has earned many prestigious awards, including the John Irwin School of Excellence Award (every year since 2001) and the Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award. These are some incredible honors and they showcase all of the care, love, and hard work that has gone into this school.

Hallowed Mission

Our mission is a hallowed one. When families enter this school program, they take on the special task and responsibility of aligning with a staff that is committed to fulfilling our stated mission and to reach our goal to touch each student’s heart and life. It is exciting to share the like-mindedness and embrace our responsibility to be keepers of the American dream and the American future. By positively influencing these young lives, by transmitting learning and values, we are the vital link between all that is most precious in our national heritage and our children

PRA Curriculum

PRA follows the Core Knowledge Curriculum, with supporting curriculum for writing and math. For a complete outline on the curriculum we follow, please click on the button below.

Elementary