Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Pleasant Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Marion, OH, encompassing approximately 35.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Spartan Strong!
School Rankings
Pleasant Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1189 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
88%
65%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Elementary School is ranked #1189 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pleasant Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elgin Elementary School, Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Elementary School?
480 students attend Pleasant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pleasant Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Elementary School?
Pleasant Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Elementary School is part of Pleasant Local School District.
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