Serving 899 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 62%
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Valley El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kunkletown, PA, covering approximately 116.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Elementary School's student population of 899 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
899 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
74%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pleasant Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin F Quinn Pittston Area Primary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
899 students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pleasant Valley Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant Valley Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School is part of Pleasant Valley School District.
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