Serving 99 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pleasant Lake Montessori School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Lake Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pleasant Lake Montessori School's student population of 99 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Lake Montessori School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Lake Montessori School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#537 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Lake Montessori School's ranking?
Pleasant Lake Montessori School is ranked #537 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Pleasant Lake Montessori School often compared to?
Pleasant Lake Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Country Meadow Elementary School, Carlin Park Elementary School, Ryan Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Lake Montessori School?
99 students attend Pleasant Lake Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pleasant Lake Montessori School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Lake Montessori School?
Pleasant Lake Montessori School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pleasant Lake Montessori School offer ?
Pleasant Lake Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Lake Montessori School part of?
Pleasant Lake Montessori School is part of MSD Steuben County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Pleasant Lake Elementary school is a wonderful school. My children enjoy attending and I am very pleased with the academics and personal attention my children receive. The PTO makes me feel welcome and offers many great progrms for the students. I would highly recommend this school to any parent.
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