OLATHE HIGH SCHOOL

OLATHE HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Montrose County School District Re-1J school district, located in OLATHE, CO with about 314 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 20 teachers, OLATHE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

OLATHE HIGH SCHOOL, located at 410 Highway 50 in Olathe, Colorado, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Montrose County School District. As a small-town high school, it typically emphasizes a close-knit environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a supportive faculty. The school is deeply integrated into the culture of the Western Slope, often acting as a focal point for local pride, community gatherings, and interscholastic athletics, commonly known as the "Pirates."

Academically, OLATHE HIGH SCHOOL provides a traditional core curriculum supplemented by opportunities for college preparation and career-readiness programs. The school is committed to fostering student growth through a mix of classroom instruction and extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and vocational training. By maintaining a connection to both its agricultural roots and modern educational standards, the school strives to prepare its graduates for success in higher education or the workforce, all while upholding the values of the surrounding Olathe community.

For more information, contact OLATHE HIGH SCHOOL at (970) 252-7950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.