Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pleasant View Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant View Elementary School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1962
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Pleasant View Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant View Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 1223 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
75%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant View Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant View Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Pleasant View Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Elementary School, Riverdale Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant View Elementary School?
654 students attend Pleasant View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pleasant View Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant View Elementary School?
Pleasant View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant View Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant View Elementary School part of?
Pleasant View Elementary School is part of Pleasant Valley Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
Preschool & T2K First Day
August 29, 2025 (Friday)
No School - Fall Break
October 27, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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