Serving 166 students in grades 4-8, Pleasant Valley Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Intermediate School's student population of 166 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Intermediate School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2379 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
53%
16%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
95%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley Intermediate School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Intermediate School is ranked #2379 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Intermediate School?
166 students attend Pleasant Valley Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pleasant Valley Intermediate School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Intermediate School?
Pleasant Valley Intermediate School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Intermediate School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Pleasant Valley Intermediate School part of?
Pleasant Valley Intermediate School is part of Pleasant Valley SD 62 School District.
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