Serving 586 students in grades 4-6, Pleasant Valley School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Valley School's student population of 586 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
6%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
81%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley School is ranked #642 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley School?
586 students attend Pleasant Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pleasant Valley School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley School?
Pleasant Valley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley School offer ?
Pleasant Valley School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Valley School part of?
Pleasant Valley School is part of Harrison Township School District.
School Reviews
5 2/21/2019
Hey I went here for 3 years and it was great. I don`t know what this person is talking about
2 5/17/2016
The teaching staff may care about their students but the when it comes to education, if your child is not middle road, you will NOT get any services for your child or VERY LITTLE. It's been this way for years....forget about the gifted or child who needs additional help, it's like they don't exist thanks to the higher powers to be! They lie through their teeth, promising you this & that...don't believe them. Your child is better off somewhere else!
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