Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasantview Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasantview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pleasantview Elementary School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasantview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasantview Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasantview Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasantview Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pleasantview Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasantview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mississippi Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pleasantview Elementary School?
722 students attend Pleasantview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pleasantview Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasantview Elementary School?
Pleasantview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasantview Elementary School offer ?
Pleasantview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasantview Elementary School part of?
Pleasantview Elementary School is part of Sauk Rapids-Rice School District.
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