Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Pleasant Valley Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Primary School's student population of 248 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Engage, inspire and empower each student toward academic excellence and citizenship.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Primary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
59%
16%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
34%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pleasant Valley Primary School often compared to?
Pleasant Valley Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Ridgeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Primary School?
248 students attend Pleasant Valley Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Pleasant Valley Primary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Primary School?
Pleasant Valley Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Primary School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Pleasant Valley Primary School part of?
Pleasant Valley Primary School is part of Pleasant Valley SD 62 School District.
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