Serving 698 students in grades 7-8, Pleasant View Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pleasant View Middle School's student population of 698 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
Maximize the Growth of Each Individual Child.
School Mascot
Panther
School Rankings
Pleasant View Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant View Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2265 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
30%
8%
Black
18%
17%
White
42%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant View Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant View Middle School is ranked #2265 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pleasant View Middle School often compared to?
Pleasant View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beulah Park Middle School, Finland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pleasant View Middle School?
698 students attend Pleasant View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pleasant View Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant View Middle School?
Pleasant View Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant View Middle School offer ?
Pleasant View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant View Middle School part of?
Pleasant View Middle School is part of South-Western City School District.
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