Serving 306 students in grades 3-4, Pleasant Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Hill Elementary School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Hill Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#716 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School is ranked #716 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pleasant Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood High 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 40% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary School?
306 students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pleasant Hill Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill Elementary School?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Hill Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School is part of Pleasant Hill R-III School District.
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