Our Proud History

On September 30, 1958, residents from 13 rural Class 1 school districts in Sarpy County, Nebraska, overwhelmingly voted to merge into a single Class III school district, with a remarkable 70% turnout and a 6 to 1 margin in favor. This new district became known as Springfield Platteview Community Schools.

On April 2, 1959, the community supported a significant step forward by passing an $890,000 bond issue with 85% approval, aimed at acquiring land and constructing a new junior/senior high school, which remains known as Platteview. Over the past 60 years, we have witnessed incredible transformations.

Facility Timeline:

• 1960: Platteview Junior/Senior High opens.
• 1964: Springfield Elementary School opens.
• 1977: Springfield Elementary undergoes an addition.
• 1978: Westmont Elementary School opens.
• 1980: Platteview Central Junior High School opens.
• 1969: Band room added to the high school.
• 1973: Addition of the north section of classrooms and library at the high school.
• 1977: Small gymnasium added to the high school.
• 1991: Vocational education area added to Platteview High School.
• 2000: LaPlatte Elementary, built in 1955, closes due to declining enrollment and funding.
• 2004: Major addition to the high school, including a 1,400-seat gymnasium, a 600-seat auditorium, a new vocational education wing, band room, weight room, and student commons area.
• 2018: Demolition and renovation project updates 33,000 square feet of the Junior High and 7,500 square feet of the High School, enhancing classrooms, administrative offices, science labs, and more.
• 2022: A new Springfield Elementary School building opens at 940 Main Street, alongside enhancements at Westmont Elementary School.
• 2022: Renovations at Platteview High School include an updated Strength and Fitness area. 
• 2023: A newly renovated Administration Building opens at the old Springfield Elementary School building, 756 Main Street in Springfield, while the former Administrative Building is transformed into an Athletic Building featuring a baseball batting cage, wrestling mats, golf simulators, and flexible training space.

As we reflect on our journey, the growth and improvements of Springfield Platteview Community Schools underscore our commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities for every student.