Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pleasant Grove Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Grove Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1541 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
52%
36%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove Elementary School is ranked #1541 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pleasant Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Grove Elementary School?
537 students attend Pleasant Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pleasant Grove Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove Elementary School?
Pleasant Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Grove Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Grove Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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