Serving 581 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Ridge Middle serves the northwest part of the Stilwell, KS school district, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Ridge Middle School's student population of 581 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Rankings
Pleasant Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Ridge Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
25%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
61%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #114 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Ridge Middle School?
581 students attend Pleasant Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pleasant Ridge Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
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 (No virtual instruction).
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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