Serving 331 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant View Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant View Middle serves the northern part of Springfield, MO, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 36.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant View Middle School's student population of 331 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant View Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant View Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1317 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
7%
15%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant View Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant View Middle School is ranked #1317 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pleasant View Middle School often compared to?
Pleasant View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reed Middle School, Willard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pleasant View Middle School?
331 students attend Pleasant View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pleasant View Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant View Middle School?
Pleasant View Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasant View Middle School offer ?
Pleasant View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant View Middle School part of?
Pleasant View Middle School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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