Serving 568 students in grades 4-6, Pleasant Valley School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Valley School's student population of 568 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#581 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
6%
33%
Black
5%
15%
White
80%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley School is ranked #581 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley School?
568 students attend Pleasant Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pleasant Valley School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley School?
Pleasant Valley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley School offer ?
Pleasant Valley School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Pleasant Valley School part of?
Pleasant Valley School is part of Harrison Township School District.
School Reviews
5 2/21/2019
Hey I went here for 3 years and it was great. I don`t know what this person is talking about
2 5/17/2016
The teaching staff may care about their students but the when it comes to education, if your child is not middle road, you will NOT get any services for your child or VERY LITTLE. It's been this way for years....forget about the gifted or child who needs additional help, it's like they don't exist thanks to the higher powers to be! They lie through their teeth, promising you this & that...don't believe them. Your child is better off somewhere else!
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