Serving 418 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 27%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant View School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pleasant View School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant View School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant View School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
61%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
11%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #204 out of 289 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, Robert F. Kennedy El. School, Veazie Street 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 27% 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?
418 students attend Pleasant View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pleasant View School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant View School?
Pleasant View School has a student ration of 12:1, 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
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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