Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasantville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasantville Elementary serves the eastern part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasantville Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
219 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasantville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasantville Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
53%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
44%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
6%
Showing 2009–2018. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasantville Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasantville Elementary School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pleasantville Elementary School?
219 students attend Pleasantville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pleasantville Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasantville Elementary School?
Pleasantville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasantville Elementary School offer ?
Pleasantville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pleasantville Elementary School part of?
Pleasantville Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasantville Elementary School located?
Pleasantville Elementary School is located in the Pleasantville Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Pleasantville Area.
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