Serving 122 students in grades 5-8, Pleasant View Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant View Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pleasant View Junior High School's student population of 122 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant View Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant View Junior High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#741 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
94%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant View Junior High School's ranking?
Pleasant View Junior High School is ranked #741 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pleasant View Junior High School?
122 students attend Pleasant View Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pleasant View Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant View Junior High School?
Pleasant View Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant View Junior High School offer ?
Pleasant View Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant View Junior High School part of?
Pleasant View Junior High School is part of Mulberry School District.
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