Serving 846 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Hill Elementary School's student population of 846 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Hill Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#231 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
11%
31%
White
70%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lexington 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary School?
846 students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pleasant Hill Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill Elementary School?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant Hill Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
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