Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant View School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant View School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Providence, RI, encompassing approximately 20.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 5.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant View School's student population of 433 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Learn with PRIDE -- Perseverance -- We never give up! Respect -- We honor! Integrity -- It's part of me! Determination -- We strive! Excellence -- in Everything!
School Rankings
Pleasant View School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant View School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant View School's ranking?
Pleasant View School is ranked #221 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Pleasant View School often compared to?
Pleasant View Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William D'abate Elem. School, Veazie Street School, Robert F. Kennedy El. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Pleasant View School?
433 students attend Pleasant View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pleasant View School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant View School?
Pleasant View School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant View School offer ?
Pleasant View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant View School part of?
Pleasant View School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant View School located?
Pleasant View School is located in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Pleasant.
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