Serving 170 students in grades 4-5, Pleasantview Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasantview Elementary School's student population of 170 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasantview Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasantview Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#479 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jackson County Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasantview Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasantview Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pleasantview Elementary School?
170 students attend Pleasantview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pleasantview Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasantview Elementary School?
Pleasantview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasantview Elementary School offer ?
Pleasantview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasantview Elementary School part of?
Pleasantview Elementary School is part of Jackson County Central School District.
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