Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Pleasant Run Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pleasant Run Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Run Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Run Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1620 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
36%
14%
Black
45%
13%
White
11%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Run Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Run Elementary School is ranked #1620 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Run Elementary School?
484 students attend Pleasant Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pleasant Run Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Run Elementary School?
Pleasant Run Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pleasant Run Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Pleasant Run Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Run Elementary School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant Run Elementary School located?
Pleasant Run Elementary School is located in the East Warren neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in East Warren.
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