Serving 661 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Run Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Run Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pleasant Run Middle School's student population of 661 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
#theKNIGHTway
School Rankings
Pleasant Run Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Run Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2458 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
45%
17%
White
29%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Run Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Run Middle School is ranked #2458 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pleasant Run Middle School often compared to?
Pleasant Run Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colerain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Run Middle School?
661 students attend Pleasant Run Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pleasant Run Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Run Middle School?
Pleasant Run Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Run Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Run Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Run Middle School part of?
Pleasant Run Middle School is part of Northwest Local School District.
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