Serving 328 students in grades 7-8, Pleasant Hill Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Hill Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pleasant Hill, MO, covering approximately 75.5 square miles. Typically, it takes about 10-12 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 8.4 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Hill Middle School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill Middle 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 Middle School is 0.25, 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
#766 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
86%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Hill Middle School is ranked #766 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pleasant Hill Middle School often compared to?
Pleasant Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strasburg Elementary School, Raymore-peculiar East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Middle School?
328 students attend Pleasant Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pleasant Hill Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill Middle School?
Pleasant Hill Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Hill Middle School part of?
Pleasant Hill Middle School is part of Pleasant Hill R-III School District.
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