Serving 514 students in grades 3-5, Pleasant Grove Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Grove Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Texarkana school district, covering approximately 57.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Grove Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Grove Intermediate School's student population of 514 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Excellence is a standard, and every student is empowered to succeed.
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Grove Intermediate School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#379 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
10%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
65%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove Intermediate School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove Intermediate School is ranked #379 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pleasant Grove Intermediate School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martha & Josh Morriss Math & Engineering Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Grove Intermediate School?
514 students attend Pleasant Grove Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pleasant Grove Intermediate School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove Intermediate School?
Pleasant Grove Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove Intermediate School offer ?
Pleasant Grove Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Pleasant Grove Intermediate School part of?
Pleasant Grove Intermediate School is part of Pleasant Grove Independent School District.
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