Serving 495 students in grades 5-8, Pleasantville Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasantville Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Pleasantville, NY, encompassing approximately 2.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasantville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasantville Middle School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasantville Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasantville Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasantville Middle School's ranking?
Pleasantville Middle School is ranked #533 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pleasantville Middle School often compared to?
Pleasantville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briarcliff Middle School, Seven Bridges Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pleasantville Middle School?
495 students attend Pleasantville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pleasantville Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasantville Middle School?
Pleasantville Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pleasantville Middle School offer ?
Pleasantville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasantville Middle School part of?
Pleasantville Middle School is part of Pleasantville Union Free School District.
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