Serving 592 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Ridge Middle School's student population of 592 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Mascot
Wolverines
School Rankings
Pleasant Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Ridge Middle School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Ridge Middle School is ranked #114 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Ridge Middle School?
592 students attend Pleasant Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pleasant Ridge Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Ridge Middle School?
Pleasant Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Ridge Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Ridge Middle School part of?
Pleasant Ridge Middle School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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