Serving 396 students in grades 5-8, Pleasant Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Middle School's student population of 396 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1042 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
64%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is ranked #1042 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Middle School?
396 students attend Pleasant Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pleasant Valley Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Middle School?
Pleasant Valley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Pleasant Valley Middle School part of?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is part of Battle Ground School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant Valley Middle School located?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is located in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Battle Ground, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Pleasant Valley.
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