Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Valley Elementary School serves the southern part of Reno, NV, covering an attendance area of approximately 86.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being around 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Every Child, By Name and Face to Graduation
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
81%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Pleasant Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caughlin Ranch Elementary School, Brown Elementary School, Doral Academy Of Northern Nevada by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
289 students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pleasant Valley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Valley Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School is part of Washoe County School District.
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