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#7289 of 9,539 schools in CA
Pleasant Hill Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
2097 Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
30.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
30.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,289 of 9,539
In Pleasant Hill
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#27 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Pleasant Hill Elementary
Pleasant Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Pleasant Hill, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Pleasant Hill Elementary serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 30.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Pleasant Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,289 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Hill Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pleasant Hill Elementary runs 30.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Pleasant Hill Elementary — Students at Pleasant Hill Elementary score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Pleasant Hill Elementary Compares
See how Pleasant Hill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2097 Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALNUT CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pleasant Hill, see our Pleasant Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94523 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,622
Median Home Value
$1,038,400
Median Rent
$2,479/mo
Population
34,789
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Hill Elementary
What grades does Pleasant Hill Elementary serve?
Pleasant Hill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary?
Pleasant Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Elementary is 30.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Hill Elementary rank in CA?
Pleasant Hill Elementary ranks #7,289 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pleasant Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Pleasant Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Hill Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pleasant Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Pleasant Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Hill Elementary?
21.2% of students at Pleasant Hill Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (925) 934-3341
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #27 of 47
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