Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Pleasant Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 63%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 53%
- Reading Proficiency: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School's student population of 562 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pleasant Ridge Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)67%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
3%
13%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pleasant Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Creek Primary School, Henryville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% IN state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% IN state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Ridge Elementary School?
562 students attend Pleasant Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pleasant Ridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Ridge Elementary School?
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pleasant Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Pleasant Ridge Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School is part of Greater Clark County Schools School District.
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