Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pleasant Lea 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Lea Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Lea 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 Lea Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#954 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
12%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Lea Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Lea Elementary School is ranked #954 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pleasant Lea Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Lea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie View Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Lea Elementary School?
346 students attend Pleasant Lea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pleasant Lea Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Lea Elementary School?
Pleasant Lea Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasant Lea Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Lea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Lea Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Lea Elementary School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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