Serving 971 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Elementary School's student population of 971 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
971 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1430 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
64%
65%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School is ranked #1430 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
971 students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pleasant Valley Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Valley Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Valley Elementary School is part of Parma City School District.
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