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Ralston Valley Senior High School
(303) 982-3514
13355 West 80th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80005
Level: 9-12
District: Jefferson County Public Schools

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In-depth school information including test scores, student stats, parent ratings and reviews for Ralston Valley Senior High School, Arvada, CO.

Census Info	Value	Year
Student Teacher Ratio:	20.54%	(2007)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:	4.43%	(2008)
White, non-Hispanic:	89.9%	(2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:	0.5%	(2008)
Hispanic:	6.98%	(2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:	1.75%	(2008)
Native American or Native Alaskan:	0.87%	(2008)

Ralston Valley Senior High School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating	4
Average Principals Rating	4
Average Teachers Rating	4
Average Activities Rating	4
Average Parents Rating	4
Average Safety Rating	4

Ralston Valley Senior High School Reviews


Posted By: parent Quality Score: decline 2009-09-02 “Ralston Valley High School is exceptional! The principal is amazing and has a great relationship with all the students. Challenging curriculum and students are very prepared to go on to college. Would recommend Ralston Valley to anyone looking for an excellent school for their children.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: decline 2009-07-19 “I have two children that graduated from RV and they are as different as night to day. My oldest received a full tuition academic scholarship from a prestigious private university. My second a full ride sports scholarship from D-1 University. I attribute both of their successes to the leadership from the admisitration and some of the best teachers in the state. They encouraged growth and pushed both my kids to their full potential. I have read a few negative reviews from other parents, and as an involved parent myself, I can say that most students who don't succeed there, usually have troubles due to lack of motivation and parental support, not a lack of teacher initiative.” Posted By: student Quality Score: 5 2009-01-09 “Ralston Valley offers all of the opportunities for one to challenger his/herself. If a student does not receive enought homework, then the level of his/her classes should be raised. The cirriculum is very rigorous if one takes advantage of the difficult classes offered. The teachers are usually available and willing to help their students succeed.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2008-10-30 “I disagree with some of the other reviewers, my child does not have a lot of homework and he is taking mostly AP classes. But, I will be honest my student is bright. Athletics are important at this school and as in most schools football is considered the cool sport. RVHS has a great music program-both instrument and voice. Campus is beautiful and students seem to be respectful of it. The kids who I see having problems are from some of the medicore private schools in the area. I think ther parents thought their children were gettting a better education then they really were. Kids from the local charters seem to do okay. This is not a diverse school. Most students are caucasion from middle class families.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 1 2008-10-27 “This school promotes cliques and 'rich child issues.' We have had major problems with sending our child to this school. Better schools in the area are Lakewood or Arvada West.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2008-10-15 “We have transferred in this year from a small Colorado school district. We love this school! From parent involvement, student involvement and obvious passion for Ralston Valley, teacher excellence, and a beautiful facility - this school has it all! Homework is heavy, as it should be - our children's primary job at this age is to be a student! Extracurricular activities offer something for everyone. We are very fortunate to have such a high quality school, with National rankings, in our public school system.” Posted By: student Quality Score: 5 2008-10-14 “Fantastic school with high standing academic ratings.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 3 2008-09-03 “I have had 3 children attend RV and found the experience to be acceptable. Teachers are good, but do not go the extra step to aid students. There is a complete lack of discipline at RV. No action taken for tardy attendance and cell phones are used in class. Administrative staff is quite good and puts a tremendous effort in to the success of the school.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: decline 2008-08-13 “This school is horrible! They only care about funding they don't care about your children. If you want your kid to drop out of high school and feel unwanted send them to this school.” Posted By: student Quality Score: 5 2007-12-28 “I went to Wheat Ridge and Ralston Valley, and I noticed that the teachers happen to care more at Ralston Valley. Also, the students tend to be on top of things and communicate with the teachers so well that, generally, parents don't need to be as involved as they would have to be at other schools.It prepares the students better for their futures because of the responsibility they must take up.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2007-05-24 “The teachers at RV tend to use access time as a catch-all for the students who need extra help. There are some teachers who do not want to become involved with students and parents who ask for extra assistance or guidance. There can be an attitude of 'at this level your student should be able to......' rather than an attitude of taking an extra step or two to help. Clear communication from teaching staff to students concerning assignment due dates and instruction is not always provided, and the tendency to use the internet as an assignment posting board or avenue to turn in homework can be overused.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2005-07-26 “Academic Programs are diverse, well taught and emphasize education over athletics. Parental involvement is good, with good interaction at events and volunteer programs.” Posted By: staff Quality Score: 3 2005-05-09 “Way too much homework about 3-4 hours every night, doesn't leave much time for family or activities. Teachers don't always give clear direction on assignments then become frustrated when students ask for clarification and tell them to go to access rather than take a moment to answer the questions. Some teacher's also teach at a much higher level (college)than the student's are at in ninth grade Counselors fail to work with parent's about issues wth teachers School is very nice inside and kept clean although it is already a little crowded with all the new homes being built. Overall other than being frustrated with some of the teachers and the never ending homework, I am pleased after coming from nine years in a private school.”