Serving 523 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (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
Student Attention
School Overview
Pleasant Run Elementary School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
523 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Pleasant Run Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Run Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1578 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
39%
15%

Black
46%
13%

White
8%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 is Pleasant Run Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Run Elementary School is ranked #1578 out of 1,763 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Run Elementary School?
523 students attend Pleasant Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pleasant Run Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Run Elementary School?
Pleasant Run Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to 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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