Serving 482 students in grades 5-8, Pleasantville Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasantville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pleasantville Middle School's student population of 482 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasantville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasantville Middle School is 0.48, 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
#877 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
70%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasantville Middle School's ranking?
Pleasantville Middle School is ranked #877 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pleasantville Middle School often compared to?
Pleasantville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briarcliff Middle School, Seven Bridges Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pleasantville Middle School?
482 students attend Pleasantville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pleasantville Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasantville Middle School?
Pleasantville Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pleasantville Middle School offer ?
Pleasantville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasantville Middle School part of?
Pleasantville Middle School is part of Pleasantville Union Free School District.
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