Serving 547 students in grades 4-6, Pleasant Valley School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Valley School's student population of 547 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#547 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
7%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley School is ranked #547 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley School?
547 students attend Pleasant Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pleasant Valley School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% 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 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley School offer ?
Pleasant Valley School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Pleasant Valley School part of?
Pleasant Valley School is part of Harrison Township School District.
School Reviews
5 2/21/2019
Hey I went here for 3 years and it was great. I don`t know what this person is talking about
2 5/17/2016
The teaching staff may care about their students but the when it comes to education, if your child is not middle road, you will NOT get any services for your child or VERY LITTLE. It's been this way for years....forget about the gifted or child who needs additional help, it's like they don't exist thanks to the higher powers to be! They lie through their teeth, promising you this & that...don't believe them. Your child is better off somewhere else!
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