Serving 342 students in grades 7-8, Pleasant Hill Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Hill Middle School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Hill Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#766 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Hill Middle School is ranked #766 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Middle School?
342 students attend Pleasant Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pleasant Hill Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill Middle School?
Pleasant Hill Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Hill Middle School part of?
Pleasant Hill Middle School is part of Pleasant Hill R-III School District.
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