Serving 561 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Pleasant Run Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Run Elementary School serves the northwest part of Indianapolis, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families living within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school’s edge being about 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Run Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Run Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Run Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1625 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
41%
15%
Black
44%
14%
White
9%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Run Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Run Elementary School is ranked #1625 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Pleasant Run Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grassy Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Run Elementary School?
561 students attend Pleasant Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pleasant Run Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Run Elementary School?
Pleasant Run Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pleasant Run Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Run Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Run Elementary School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant Run Elementary School located?
Pleasant Run Elementary School is located in the East Warren neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in East Warren.
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