Serving 470 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Grove Middle serves the eastern part of Rescue, CA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 31.3 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Grove Middle School's student population of 470 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Pleasant Grove: Where Learning is a Journey
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Grove Middle School is 0.40, 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
#2181 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove Middle School is ranked #2181 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pleasant Grove Middle School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert C. Green Middle School, Edwin Markham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Grove Middle School?
470 students attend Pleasant Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pleasant Grove Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove Middle School?
Pleasant Grove Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pleasant Grove Middle School part of?
Pleasant Grove Middle School is part of Rescue Union Elementary School District.
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