Serving 921 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Knoll Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Knoll Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Knoll Middle School's student population of 921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Knoll Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Knoll Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
8%
31%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Knoll Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Knoll Middle School is ranked #147 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Pleasant Knoll Middle School often compared to?
Pleasant Knoll Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Hill Middle School, Springfield Middle School, Fort Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Knoll Middle School?
921 students attend Pleasant Knoll Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pleasant Knoll Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Knoll Middle School?
Pleasant Knoll Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Knoll Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Knoll Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant Knoll Middle School part of?
Pleasant Knoll Middle School is part of York 04 School District.
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