Serving 552 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pleasant View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant View Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant View Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
1%
9%
White
83%
50%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant View Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant View Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Pleasant View Elementary School?
552 students attend Pleasant View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pleasant View Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant View Elementary School?
Pleasant View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant View Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pleasant View Elementary School part of?
Pleasant View Elementary School is part of Smithfield School District.
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