Serving 668 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pleasant Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Elementary serves the northwest part of Tulare, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Elementary School's student population of 668 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
668 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Motto
Bears C.L.I.M.B. with Character!
School Rankings
Pleasant Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5135 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Elementary School is ranked #5135 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Elementary School?
668 students attend Pleasant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pleasant Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Elementary School?
Pleasant Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pleasant Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pleasant Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Elementary School is part of Tulare City School District.
School Calendar
View the Pleasant Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School / District Office Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School / District Office Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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