Excellent
#454 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 12% in state
Pleasant Acres Elem School
Elementary School · Rantoul City SD 137
1625 Short St, Rantoul, IL 61866
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#454 of 3,813
In Rantoul
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Rantoul City SD 137
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Pleasant Acres Elem School
Elementary School in Rantoul · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant Acres Elem School
Pleasant Acres Elem School is a public elementary school in Rantoul, IL, part of Rantoul City SD 137. Pleasant Acres Elem School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Acres Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Acres Elem School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Pleasant Acres Elem School — Students at Pleasant Acres Elem School score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 15 test records from IL 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: 9.9/10.
How Pleasant Acres Elem School Compares
See how Pleasant Acres Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1625 Short St, Rantoul, IL 61866
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Acres Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clara Peterson Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Paxton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Eastlawn Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST MALACHY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rantoul, see our Rantoul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eastlawn Elem School Rantoul | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Rantoul Twp High School Rantoul | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Northview Elem School Rantoul | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| J W Eater Jr High School Rantoul | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MALACHY SCHOOL Rantoul | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Broadmeadow Elem School Rantoul | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Ludlow Elementary School Ludlow | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Thomasboro Grade School Thomasboro | 5.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Prairieview-Ogden Jr High Sch Thomasboro | 5.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Gifford Grade School Gifford | 5.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton | 10.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School Paxton | 10.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch Paxton | 10.7 mi | 7.5 |
| KINGSWOOD SCHOOL Urbana | 12.7 mi | — |
| Prairieview-Ogden North Elem Royal | 11.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CIRCLE ACADEMY Urbana | 13.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Urbana Early Childhood Ctr Urbana | 14.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Dr Preston L Williams Jr Elem Sch Urbana | 14.2 mi | 3.8 |
| CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Urbana | 14.1 mi | 5.4 |
| St Joseph-Ogden High School Saint Joseph | 14.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,389
Median Home Value
$111,900
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
13,407
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL Downers Grove, IL | 8.2 |
| Acero Chtr - Esmera Santiago Cmps Chicago, IL | 8.2 |
| Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin, IL | 8.2 |
| Carl Sandburg Elem School Wheaton, IL | 8.2 |
| Central Road Elem School Rolling Meadows, IL | 8.2 |
| Dunlap Grade School Dunlap, IL | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Acres Elem School
What grades does Pleasant Acres Elem School serve?
Pleasant Acres Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant Acres Elem School?
Pleasant Acres Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Acres Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Acres Elem School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Acres Elem School rank in IL?
Pleasant Acres Elem School ranks #454 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Pleasant Acres Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Acres Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Acres Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Acres Elem School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Pleasant Acres Elem School a charter school?
No, Pleasant Acres Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Acres Elem School a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Acres Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Acres Elem School?
96.6% of students at Pleasant Acres Elem 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Champaign County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (217) 893-5402
Resources & Links
District
Rantoul City SD 137- District Enrollment
- 1,690
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,067
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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