Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pleasant Hill Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Hill Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6883 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School is ranked #6883 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary School?
381 students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pleasant Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill Elementary School?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pleasant Hill Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant Hill Elementary School located?
Pleasant Hill Elementary School is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in South Austin.
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