Below Average
#3480 of 3,813 schools in IL
Pleasant Valley Primary School
Elementary School · Pleasant Valley SD 62
4623 W Red Bud Dr, Peoria, IL 61604
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,480 of 3,813
In Peoria
#25 of 34
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Pleasant Valley SD 62
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Pleasant Valley Primary School
Elementary School in Peoria · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant Valley Primary School
Pleasant Valley Primary School is a public elementary school in Peoria, IL, part of Pleasant Valley SD 62. Pleasant Valley Primary School serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Valley Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,480 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Valley Primary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Pleasant Valley Primary 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
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Pleasant Valley Primary School — Students at Pleasant Valley Primary School score 15% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How Pleasant Valley Primary School Compares
See how Pleasant Valley Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4623 W Red Bud Dr, Peoria, IL 61604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Valley Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monroe Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Bartonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Norwood Primary School Peoria | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School Peoria | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Harold B Dawson Middle School West Peoria | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Norwood Elem School Peoria | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peoria | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| SOUTH SIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peoria | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch Peoria | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Sterling Middle School Peoria | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Manual High School Peoria | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Trewyn Primary School Peoria | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Monroe Elem School Bartonville | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr Peoria | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Whittier Primary School Peoria | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| The Elise Ford Allen Academy Peoria | 2.6 mi | 2.5 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peoria | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Peoria | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School Peoria | 2.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Bartonville Elem School Bartonville | 3.6 mi | 3.8 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL Peoria | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Quest Charter School Academy Peoria | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,628
Median Home Value
$100,000
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
27,502
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| A O Marshall Elem School Joliet, IL | 4.1 |
| Apollo Elem School Aledo, IL | 4.1 |
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.1 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline, IL | 4.1 |
| Bicentennial Elem School Coal Valley, IL | 4.1 |
| Central City Elem School Centralia, IL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Valley Primary School
What grades does Pleasant Valley Primary School serve?
Pleasant Valley Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Primary School?
Pleasant Valley Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Primary 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 Valley Primary School rank in IL?
Pleasant Valley Primary School ranks #3,480 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Pleasant Valley Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Valley Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Valley Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Valley Primary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Pleasant Valley Primary School a charter school?
No, Pleasant Valley Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Valley Primary School a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Valley Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Valley Primary School?
96.8% of students at Pleasant Valley Primary 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Peoria County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (309) 673-6750
Resources & Links
District
Pleasant Valley SD 62- District Enrollment
- 437
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,272
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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