Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pleasantville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasantville Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pleasantville school district, covering approximately 117.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasantville Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To engage learners in a caring, student-centered environment with rigorous, challenging and innovative curricula by highly qualified staff while showing respect, responsibility, school pride and communication with all stakeholders.
School Rankings
Pleasantville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasantville Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#519 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Trojan Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasantville Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasantville Elementary School is ranked #519 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Pleasantville Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasantville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Pleasantville Elementary School?
456 students attend Pleasantville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pleasantville Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasantville Elementary School?
Pleasantville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasantville Elementary School offer ?
Pleasantville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasantville Elementary School part of?
Pleasantville Elementary School is part of Pleasantville Comm School District.
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