K12 Overview: Midwest

SCHOOLS ARE ESSENTIAL SPACES

Schools are Essential Spaces

They are safe places where our children learn, play, meet, discuss, and build lifelong connections. Our national K12 experience has honed our ability to intentionally design alongside, teachers, leaders, and families, great places of learning that are inspiring and genuine reflections of their communities.

History

Since our founding in 1982, RATIO has partnered with a diverse list of clients to deliver innovative design solutions across the globe. Originally focused on historic preservation, our firm has achieved international recognition on projects requiring complex consensus-building and contextual design in urban and campus environments. Today, RATIO’s six studio locations provide our clients with a wealth of international design experience while remaining firmly rooted in the authentic character of our communities.

Approach

We embrace our responsibility for the greater good — working with clients to inspire community members, sustain their resources, and delight users. We enhance lives, drawing upon decades of local knowledge and the international resources of RATIO.

OUR DISCIPLINES

- Architecture

- Interior Design

- Landscape Architecture

- Historic Preservation

- Urban Design

- Graphic Design

INDIANAPOLIS

101 S PENNSYLVANIA ST INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46204

317.633.4040

CHICAGO 30 W MONROE ST SUITE 500

CHICAGO, IL 60603

312.465.2359

DENVER 1655 GRANT ST DENVER, CO 80203

303.607.0040

RALEIGH 227 FAYETTEVILLE ST SUITE 301 RALEIGH, NC 27601 919.821.0805

CHAMPAIGN, IL 102 S NEIL ST CHAMPAIGN, IL 61820 217.352.7696

MILWAUKEE 313 N. PLANKINTON AVE STE. 207 MILWAUKEE, WI 53203 414.877.3040 206

Design professionals and support staff across six studios 87 LEED Certified or Registered Facilities

28 %

Percent of Revenue Paid to XBE Consultants

Selected K12 Projects

2026

Northampton High School, Jackson, NC

Park Road Elementary School, Charlotte, NC

Weldon 6-12 School, Halifax County, NC

Amplify Hancock CTE, Greenwood, IN

Pike Elementary School, Jeffersonville, IN

Charlestown Elementary School, Charlestown, IN

Parkwood Elementary School, Clarksville, IN

2025

Felton Grove High School, Apex, NC

27J Sakata Educational Campus Renovation, Brighton, CO

Swift Creek Elementary School, Clayton, NC

27J South Elementary School Renovation, Brighton, CO

27J Henderson Elementary School, Henderson, CO

Fortville Elementary School, Fortville, IN

Lake Ridge New Tech High School, Gary, IN

2024

Ballantyne Ridge High School, Charlotte, NC

Greenfield-Central High School Auditorium, Greenfield, IN

Highline Academy Charter School K-8 Renovation, Denver, CO

Jefferson High School Renovation, Denver, CO

John F. Kennedy High School Renovation, Denver, CO

Denver Center for International Studies Renovation, Denver, CO

Kunsmiller K12 Renovation, Denver, CO

2023

Northern High School Replacement, Durham, NC

Pine Village Elementary School, Williamsport, IN

Lenski Elementary School, Littleton, CO

Sugar Grove Elementary School, Greenwood, IN

2022

Herbert Akins Middle School Fuquay-Varina, NC

Wendell Elementary School Feasibility Study, Wendell, NC

Lockhart Elementary School Feasiblity Study, Knightdale, NC

Durham School of the Arts Roof Replacement, Durham, NC

Austin Elementary School, Austin, IN

Indian Creek High School Auditorium and Fieldhouse, Trafalgar, IN

Douglas County High School and Stadium Renovation, Castle Rock, CO

Ford Elementary School Renovation, Denver, CO

Denver Montessori 6-12 at Smedley Renovation, Denver, CO

Excel Academy at Federal Renovation, Denver, CO

Johnson Elementary School Renovation, Denver, CO

East-Central High School Natatorium, St. Leon, IN

Center Grove High School, Greenwood, IN

Wayne Twp Schools Admin. Bldg, Indianapolis,IN

2021

Edison Middle School, Champaign, IL

Forest Glen Elementary School Renovation, Indianapolis, IN

Fuquay Varina High School, Fuquay-Varina, NC

Oaklandon Elementary School Addition & Renovation, Indianapolis, IN

Pinehurst Elementary School, Pinehurst, NC

Brooklyn Elementary STEM, Brooklyn, IN

Prairie View High School Commons Addition, Henderson, CO

Martinsville High School Fieldhouse, Martinsville, IN

Ray Crowe Elementary School, Greenwood, IN

Franklin Square Elementary School, Jeffersonville, IN

2020

Animas High School Master Plan, Durango, CO

Amy Beverland Elementary School

Addition & Renovation, Indianapolis, IN

Delores School District Master Plan, Delores, CO

Dr. Howard Elementary School, Champaign, IL

East Grand School District Campus Security Enhancements, Granby, CO

Lincoln’s Challenge Academy, Rantoul, IL

Mancos RE-6 School District Campus

Addition & Renovation, Mancos, CO

Park Street PK-8 School, Denver, CO

Park Tudor Ayres Theatre Renovation, Indianapolis, IN

Highline Academy Charter School Master Plan, Delores, CO

Merrill Middle School Renovation, Denver, CO

2019

Littleton High School CTE Renovation, Littleton, CO

Southeast YMCA/Elementary School, Raleigh, NC

Willow Springs High School, Fuquay-Varina, NC

Walnut Grove Elementary School, Bargersville, IN

Geist Montessori Academy, Indianapolis, IN

2018

Garner High School, Garner, NC

Northampton High School Study, Northampton, NC

Riverside High School, Indianapolis, IN

Welby Community School

Addition & Renovation, Denver, CO

Whittier Elementary School

Addition & Renovation, Boulder, CO

Ura Seeger High School Auditorium, West Lebanon, IN

Rossville High School, Rossville, IN

2017

Swift Creek Elementary School Site Analysis, Raleigh, NC

2016

Judah Christian School Master Plan, Champaign, IL

Pine Hollow Middle School, Raleigh, NC

Shelbyville High School Football & Track Locker Room Facility, Shelbyville, IN

2015

C3 Elementary School Renovation, Denver, CO

Crofton Elementary School Renovation, Denver, CO

Eagleton Elementary School Renovation, Denver, CO

Isabella Bird Elementary School, Denver, CO

St. Timothy’s School Master Plan, Raleigh, NC

Tuttle Middle School Reconstruction, Crawfordsville, IN

Lawrenceburg High School Gym and Athletics, Lawrenceburg, IN

MSD Decatur School For Excellence, Indianapolis, IN

Brown County Elementary, Nashville, IN

2014

Burton Elementary School Renovations, Durham, NC

Lawrence North High School Football / Track Locker Room Study, Indianapolis, IN

Merrill Middle School, Denver, CO

Shelbyville High School Natatorium Addition & Renovation, Shelbyville, IN

Carroll Consolidated High School Student Activities Center, Flora, IN

Indian Creek Elementary, Trafalgar, IN

Center Grove Tech Center, Greenwood, IN

Brown County High School, Nashville, IN

Lebanon Schools High School Athletics, Lebanon, IN

2013

Cardinal Gibbons High School Addition, Raleigh, NC

La Lumiere Campus Master Plan, LaPorte, IN

Rolesville High School, Rolesville, NC

Sycamore School Master Plan, Indianapolis, IN

2012

Altura Elementary School Remodel, Aurora, CO

Barney Elementary School, Denver, CO

Pine Bluffs High School, Laramie, WY

Smiley Middle School, Denver, CO

South High School Renovation, Denver, CO

Walnut Creek Elementary School, Raleigh, NC

West High School Renovation, Denver, CO

2011

Durham School of the Arts / Carr Building Renovation, Durham, NC

2010

Creekside Elementary School Addition, Durham, NC

JFK High School Renovation, Denver, CO

Herron High School Renovation, Indianapolis, IN

North High School Renovation and Historic Restoration, Denver, CO

The Project School, Indianapolis, IN

2009

Lake Myra Elementary School, Wendell, NC

Wendell Middle School, Wendell, NC

2008

Holly Ridge Elementary School, Holly Springs, NC

Madison High School Library Renovation Study, Madison, IN

Mills Park Elementary School, Cary, NC

2007

Carroll Middle School Renovation, Raleigh, NC

Grant Middle School Renovation, Denver, CO

Holly Grove Elementary School, Holly Springs, NC

Millbrook High School Addition & Renovation, Raleigh, NC

Trinity High School Renovation, Durham, NC

Wakelon Elementary School, Zebulon, NC

2006

Holly Springs High School, Holly Springs, NC

Horace Mann Middle School, Denver, CO

Lydia Middleton Elementary School Addition & Renovation, Madison, IN

Needham B. Broughton High School Renovation, Raleigh, NC

Skinner Middle School Renovation, Denver, CO

2004

Apex Middle School Renovation, Apex, NC

2003

Dora Moore School Masonry Historic Restoration, Denver, CO

Salem Middle School, Apex, NC

2002

Holly Ridge Middle School, Holly Springs, NC

Middle Creek High School, Apex, NC

Lake Middle School Addition, Denver, CO

Speedway School System Renovation, Speedway, IN

The Orchard School Addition & Renovation, Indianapolis, IN

1999

Cary Academy, Cary, NC

Green Hope High School, Cary, NC

Wakefield K12Campus, Raleigh, NC

Our national K12 experience has honed our ability to intentionally design alongside, teachers, leaders, and families, great places of learning that are inspiring and genuine reflections of their communities.

Elementary Schools

Elementary schools lay the foundation for lifelong learning by providing a nurturing and supportive environment for young learners. These schools focus on fundamental academic skills, social-emotional development, and fostering a love for learning through engaging activities and play-based experiences. With dedicated educators and age-appropriate curriculum, elementary schools inspire curiosity, creativity, and a sense of belonging in students as they embark on their educational journey.

By facilitating seamless transitions between individual work, group discussions, and hands-on activities, flexible learning environments promote engagement and foster a culture of exploration and discovery.

Middle Schools

Middle schools bridge the gap between elementary and high school, providing a transitional period for students to further develop academically, socially, and emotionally. With a focus on exploration and self-discovery, middle schools offer a variety of academic subjects, extracurricular activities, and support services to meet the unique needs of pre-adolescents. By nurturing independence, resilience, and a sense of responsibility, middle schools empower students to navigate the challenges of adolescence and prepare for the academic rigor of high school.

By providing students with a welcoming and versatile environment, student commons promote social interaction, academic engagement, and overall well-being.

High Schools

High schools serve as pivotal institutions in shaping the academic, social, and personal development of students during their formative years. They provide a diverse range of educational opportunities, extracurricular activities, and support services to help students explore their interests, achieve academic success, and prepare for their future endeavors. With a focus on preparing students for higher education, careers, and civic engagement, high schools play a crucial role in fostering lifelong learning.

Outdoor learning spaces provide both students and teachers with a new environment to learn and explore in, fostering creativity and connection to the natural world.

Student Commons Space

Student commons serve as central gathering spaces where students can socialize, collaborate, and relax between classes. These areas feature comfortable seating, study nooks, and interactive displays, fostering a sense of community and belonging within the school. By providing students with a welcoming and versatile environment, student commons promote social interaction, academic engagement, and overall well-being.

Flexible Learning Environments

Flexible learning environments are dynamic spaces designed to adapt to the evolving needs of students and educators. With movable furniture, versatile technology, and adaptable layouts, these environments empower creativity, collaboration, and personalized learning experiences. By facilitating seamless transitions between individual work, group discussions, and hands-on activities, flexible learning environments promote engagement and foster a culture of exploration and discovery.

Outdoor Learning Spaces

These spaces offer benefits to students, including opportunities for hands-on exploration, sensory engagement, and physical activity. Outdoor learning spaces provide both students and teachers with a new environment to learn and explore in, fostering creativity and connection to the natural world.

Media Centers

Today’s media center serves as a hub for information, research, and collaboration, providing students with access to diverse resources and technologies to support their academic pursuits and foster lifelong learning.

Makerspaces

In the age of innovation and hands-on learning, makerspaces have emerged as dynamic hubs of creativity and ingenuity within educational settings. These collaborative environments provide students with the tools, resources, and freedom to explore their passions, tackle real-world problems, and unleash their potential as makers, creators, and innovators.

Athletic Facilities

Athletic facilities serve as vital spaces that go beyond promoting physical fitness; they also cultivate teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth among students. These multifaceted environments provide not only opportunities for students to engage in structured sports activities and physical education classes but also serve as arenas for fostering leadership skills, resilience, and determination. By participating in athletic programs and utilizing these facilities, students develop a sense of camaraderie, discipline, and healthy competition, preparing them for success both on and off the field.

Safety and Security Features

Creating a safe and secure environment is critical to putting students and teachers in the right frame of mind for learning. This is important not just for protection from outside threats but for prevention of bullying and isolation that create barriers to learning and foster internal threats.

Administrative Spaces

A centralized hub for school management, coordination, and communication. These spaces, include offices, conference rooms, and staff lounges. By providing a functional and organized environment for school leadership and staff, administrative spaces contribute to the efficient operation of the school and support the overall mission of providing quality education to students.

Career and Technical Education

These spaces are an integral aspect of school design, with specialized spaces tailored to support handson learning and skill development. Equipped with industry-standard tools and equipment, provide students with practical experience in fields such as engineering, healthcare, and culinary arts, preparing them for success in the workforce or further education. By integrating CTE facilities into school designs, institutions aim to empower students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a competitive and everevolving global economy.

Performing Arts

A performing arts space offers a unique and immersive experience for learners to develop their artistic expression, technical skills, and knowledge. It enhances creativity, communication, teamwork, and provides a deeper understanding of the performing arts and related fields.

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