Serving 642 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant Valley School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pleasant Valley School's student population of 642 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley School ranks within the top 10% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 940 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
5%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
5%
13%
White
37%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley School is ranked #71 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Pleasant Valley School often compared to?
Pleasant Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Hill School, Eli Terry School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley School?
642 students attend Pleasant Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pleasant Valley School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley School?
Pleasant Valley School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley School offer ?
Pleasant Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Valley School part of?
Pleasant Valley School is part of South Windsor School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed - Professional Development for Staff
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed - Spring Break
April 08, 2024 (Monday)
Projected Last Day of School
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
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