Serving 320 students in grades 5-6, Pleasant Hill Intermediate 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 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Hill Intermediate's attendance zone, covering the entire school district, encompasses approximately 75.5 square miles in Pleasant Hill, MO. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Hill Intermediate's student population of 320 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill Intermediate 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 Intermediate is 0.26, 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
#899 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill Intermediate's ranking?
Pleasant Hill Intermediate is ranked #899 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pleasant Hill Intermediate often compared to?
Pleasant Hill Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Holden Middle School, Sherwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Intermediate?
320 students attend Pleasant Hill Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pleasant Hill Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill Intermediate?
Pleasant Hill Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill Intermediate offer ?
Pleasant Hill Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Hill Intermediate part of?
Pleasant Hill Intermediate is part of Pleasant Hill R-III School District.
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