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#1596 of 3,777 schools in FL

Top 42% in state

Pleasant Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · CITRUS

630 PLEASANT GROVE RD, Inverness, FL 34452

Enrollment

633

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Inverness

#3 of 5

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#1,302 of 2,196

In district

#10 of 23

CITRUS

Equity

8.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Pleasant Grove Elementary School

Pleasant Grove Elementary School serves 633 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Inverness, Florida. With 39 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a comfortable student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 73rd percentile statewide at #1026 out of 3816 Florida elementary schools.

Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 65% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while 54% meet proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. Pleasant Grove Elementary draws families from the surrounding 34452 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $55,122 and median home values average $172,600. The community maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 9.8%, with 14% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

Located on Pleasant Grove Road, the school sits in a rural setting near the town of Inverness in Citrus County. This location provides students with a quieter, more close-knit educational environment while still maintaining access to the resources and opportunities of the broader Inverness community.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Pleasant Grove Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61%
Reading/ELA Proficiency58%
Math vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency60%
Expected (poverty-adj.)42%
vs. Expected+17.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,865

Pleasant Grove Elementary School — Students at Pleasant Grove Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.0%
School
State
58.1%
ELA Proficiency 57.8%
School
State
54.2%

Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
65.3%
ELA
54%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Pleasant Grove Elementary School Compares

See how Pleasant Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in FL
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
5.3/10
Above average
Environment
7.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

Location

630 PLEASANT GROVE RD, Inverness, FL 34452

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LECANTO PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Lecanto), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HERNANDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Hernando), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, INVERNESS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Inverness, see our Inverness schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CITRUS ESCHOOL Inverness 0.9 mi 8.5
INVERNESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Inverness 1.1 mi 7.1
CITRUS HIGH SCHOOL Inverness 1.1 mi 5.3
INVERNESS MIDDLE SCHOOL Inverness 1.7 mi 5.4
INVERNESS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Inverness 3.0 mi 7.7
SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Inverness 3.8 mi 6.2
HERNANDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hernando 5.4 mi 7.3
CAMP E-NINI HASSEE Floral City 5.7 mi
FLORAL CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Floral City 6.1 mi 5.5
FOREST RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hernando 7.9 mi 6.3
CYPRESS CREEK TREATMENT CENTER Lecanto 8.0 mi 4.3
LECANTO PRIMARY SCHOOL Lecanto 8.7 mi 7.4
SRMI @ RENAISSANCE CENTER Lecanto 8.8 mi 4.0
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Lecanto 8.8 mi
LECANTO MIDDLE SCHOOL Lecanto 8.8 mi 6.6
LECANTO HIGH SCHOOL Lecanto 8.9 mi 7.2
CREST SCHOOL Lecanto 8.9 mi 5.6
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lecanto 9.4 mi 6.2
SEVEN RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lecanto 9.5 mi 6.5
CITRUS SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Citrus Springs 11.4 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,199

Median Home Value

$207,200

Median Rent

$1,182/mo

Population

13,729

College Educated

13.6%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

46.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Pleasant Grove Elementary School has a median household income of $58,199. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $207,200, with a median rent of $1,182/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Grove Elementary School

What grades does Pleasant Grove Elementary School serve?

Pleasant Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pleasant Grove Elementary School?

Pleasant Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Grove Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Grove Elementary School rank in FL?

Pleasant Grove Elementary School is ranked #1596 out of 3,777 schools in FL.

What is Pleasant Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Grove Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Pleasant Grove Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Pleasant Grove Elementary School has 65.0% math proficiency and 57.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Pleasant Grove Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pleasant Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pleasant Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Grove Elementary School?

63.2% of students at Pleasant Grove Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Citrus County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

CITRUS
District Enrollment
15,889
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,410
District Rank
#10 of 23

How We Rate Schools

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