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Pleasant View Middle School

Middle School · Pueblo County School District 70

23600 EVERETT ROAD, Pueblo, CO 81006

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,348 of 1,815

In Pueblo

#17 of 45

public schools

In district

#15 of 26

Pueblo County School District 70

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Pleasant View Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Pueblo · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pleasant View Middle School

Pleasant View Middle School is a public middle school in Pueblo, CO, part of Pueblo County School District 70. Pleasant View Middle School serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant View Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,348 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant View Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Pleasant View Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.1% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.8 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,559
Chronic Absenteeism51.4%

Pleasant View Middle School — Students at Pleasant View Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.0% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
24%
2025
Math
26.4%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Pleasant View Middle School Compares

See how Pleasant View Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in CO
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

23600 EVERETT ROAD, Pueblo, CO 81006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant View Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. The Connect Charter School (rated 7.7/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Risley International Academy of Innovation (rated 4.3/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pueblo, see our Pueblo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
South Mesa Elementary School Pueblo 1.3 mi 5.5
North Mesa Elementary School Pueblo 1.8 mi 6.0
Eva R Baca Elementary School Pueblo 2.3 mi 4.7
70 Online Pueblo 2.1 mi 5.3
Pueblo School for Arts & Sciences at Fulton Height Pueblo 2.1 mi 5.4
Bradford Elementary School Pueblo 2.4 mi 3.0
Risley International Academy of Innovation Pueblo 2.5 mi 4.3
Park View Elementary School Pueblo 2.7 mi 3.2
East High School Pueblo 3.0 mi 6.4
Fountain International Magnet School Pueblo 3.1 mi 6.3
Franklin School of Innovation Pueblo 3.4 mi 3.9
CHRISTIAN GROWTH ACADEMY Pueblo 3.5 mi
CHRISTIAN GROWTH ACADEMY Pueblo 3.5 mi
Villa Bella Expeditionary School Pueblo 4.0 mi 6.3
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School Pueblo 4.0 mi 4.7
The Connect Charter School Pueblo 3.4 mi 7.7
Belmont Elementary School Pueblo 3.9 mi 3.7
W H Heaton Middle School Pueblo 4.1 mi 3.9
Bessemer Elementary School Pueblo 3.7 mi 4.0
GOAL Academy Pueblo 3.7 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,915

Median Home Value

$317,200

Median Rent

$1,176/mo

Population

11,153

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

47.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant View Middle School

What grades does Pleasant View Middle School serve?

Pleasant View Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Pleasant View Middle School?

Pleasant View Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant View Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant View Middle School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant View Middle School rank in CO?

Pleasant View Middle School ranks #1,348 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Pleasant View Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant View Middle School 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 View Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant View Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pleasant View Middle School a charter school?

No, Pleasant View Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pleasant View Middle School a Title I school?

No, Pleasant View Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant View Middle School?

59.4% of students at Pleasant View Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Pueblo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.4%

District

Pueblo County School District 70
District Enrollment
10,644
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,559
District Rank
#15 of 26

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