Serving 117 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Valley Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Placerville, CA, covering approximately 52 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Middle School's student population of 117 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
117 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5571 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
60%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
7%
Showing 2009–2020. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is ranked #5571 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Middle School?
117 students attend Pleasant Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pleasant Valley Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Middle School?
Pleasant Valley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pleasant Valley Middle School part of?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is part of Gold Oak Union Elementary School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Four years later, I am still coping with the damage that one year of school there did. She did well at another school but this one left scares.
2 10/10/2025
Some of the worst teachers ever encountered. They combine laziness with emotional cruelty to the children. It is common knowledge in the community that this school is just something that must be endured until the high school, which is much better.
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