Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Grove Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Mount Washington, KY, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 3.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Grove Elementary School's student population of 661 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Grove Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Pleasant Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Washington Elementary School, Old Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Grove Elementary School?
661 students attend Pleasant Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pleasant Grove Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove Elementary School?
Pleasant Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant Grove Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Grove Elementary School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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