Serving 126 students in grades 7-8, Pleasantville Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasantville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pleasantville Middle School's student population of 126 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasantville Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasantville Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasantville Middle School's ranking?
Pleasantville Middle School is ranked #177 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Pleasantville Middle School?
126 students attend Pleasantville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pleasantville Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasantville Middle School?
Pleasantville Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasantville Middle School offer ?
Pleasantville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasantville Middle School part of?
Pleasantville Middle School is part of Pleasantville Comm School District.
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