Best Schools in Pleasant Hill, Ohio
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Pleasant Hill by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Newton High School
High · Newton Local. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Newton Elementary School
Elementary · Newton Local. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$186,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$186,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pleasant Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newton High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Newton Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $70,707
- Median home value
- $186,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pleasant Hill compares
Median household income
$71k
99% of Ohio median
Newton Local runs Pleasant Hill's public schools
2 public schools. Newton Local is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Pleasant Hill is a Newton Local school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.1 to 7.7 — the spread is inside Pleasant Hill, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Pleasant Hill, Ohio
Pleasant Hill, Ohio is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Pleasant Hill show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Pleasant Hill is Newton High School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pleasant Hill is served by 1 school district: Newton Local. These districts collectively serve 621 students.
Pleasant Hill's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,707. The poverty rate in the area is 11.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 357 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 264 students · 7th–12th | 7.7 |
Schools in Pleasant Hill
Pleasant Hill, Ohio · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,707
Median Home Value
$186,600
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
2,041
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Community Profile
Pleasant Hill has a median household income of $70,707. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $186,600, with a median rent of $725/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.7%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Pleasant Hill, Ohio
How many schools are in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
Pleasant Hill has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pleasant Hill is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Pleasant Hill on MySchoolScout is Newton High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pleasant Hill on MySchoolScout is Newton Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Pleasant Hill on MySchoolScout is Newton High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
Pleasant Hill is served by 1 school district: Newton Local.
What is the education level in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Pleasant Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
The median household income in Pleasant Hill is approximately $70,707 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pleasant Hill is 18.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pleasant Hill, Ohio?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.