Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pleasant Hill School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Hill School serves the northern part of Grantsville, WV, covering an area of approximately 138.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Hill School's student population of 152 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
152 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together Everyone Achieves More
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Hill School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill School's ranking?
Pleasant Hill School is ranked #81 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill School?
152 students attend Pleasant Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pleasant Hill School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill School?
Pleasant Hill School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill School offer ?
Pleasant Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant Hill School part of?
Pleasant Hill School is part of Calhoun County Schools.
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