Serving 599 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Ridge Middle School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Ridge Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#389 out of 1264 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
3%
6%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Ridge Middle School is ranked #389 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Ridge Middle School?
599 students attend Pleasant Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pleasant Ridge Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Ridge Middle School?
Pleasant Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Ridge Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pleasant Ridge Middle School part of?
Pleasant Ridge Middle School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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