Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pleasantdale Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasantdale Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in La Grange, IL, and spans approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 2.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasantdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasantdale Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasantdale Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasantdale Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#90 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasantdale Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasantdale Elementary School is ranked #90 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pleasantdale Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasantdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brook Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pleasantdale Elementary School?
466 students attend Pleasantdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pleasantdale Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasantdale Elementary School?
Pleasantdale Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasantdale Elementary School offer ?
Pleasantdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Pleasantdale Elementary School part of?
Pleasantdale Elementary School is part of Pleasantdale SD 107 School District.
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