Excellent
#41 of 719 schools in ID
Top 6% in state
Pleasant View Elementary
Elementary School · JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
4600 WEST GONDOLA DRIVE, Meridian, ID 83642
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#41 of 719
In Meridian
#8 of 44
public schools
In district
#10 of 60
JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Pleasant View Elementary
Elementary School in Meridian · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant View Elementary
Pleasant View Elementary is a public elementary school in Meridian, ID, part of JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2. Pleasant View Elementary serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant View Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- ID avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Pleasant View Elementary — Students at Pleasant View Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Pleasant View Elementary Compares
See how Pleasant View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4600 WEST GONDOLA DRIVE, Meridian, ID 83642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Meridian, see our Meridian schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GEM PREP: MERIDIAN NORTH Deary | 1.1 mi | — |
| PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| HUNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| OWYHEE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SAWTOOTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Meridian | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| DORAL ACADEMY OF IDAHO Meridian | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY Meridian | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Meridian | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| THE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN @TEN MILE CHRISTIAN Meridian | 3.4 mi | — |
| MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL Eagle | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| GALILEO STEM ACADEMY Eagle | 3.6 mi | 8.4 |
| ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Meridian | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| MERIDIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| LITTLE MIRACLES Star | 3.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,361
Median Home Value
$492,300
Median Rent
$1,629/mo
Population
58,049
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls, ID | 8.8 |
| PIONEER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Boise, ID | 8.8 |
| CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY Boise, ID | 8.9 |
| PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, ID | 8.9 |
| WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, ID | 8.9 |
| BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY Meridian, ID | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant View Elementary
What grades does Pleasant View Elementary serve?
Pleasant View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant View Elementary?
Pleasant View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant View Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant View Elementary rank in ID?
Pleasant View Elementary ranks #41 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Pleasant View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant View Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Pleasant View Elementary a charter school?
No, Pleasant View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pleasant View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant View Elementary?
14.3% of students at Pleasant View 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 656
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (208) 332-6800
Resources & Links
District
JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2- District Enrollment
- 38,991
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,276
- District Rank
- #10 of 60
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