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#717 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 39% in state

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Greater Clark County Schools

1250 Monroe St, Charlestown, IN 47111

Enrollment

562

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#717 of 1,823

In Charlestown

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 16

Greater Clark County Schools

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Pleasant Ridge Elementary School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Charlestown · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Charlestown Senior High School

6.3/10

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7.1/10

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About Pleasant Ridge Elementary School

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Charlestown, IN, part of Greater Clark County Schools. Pleasant Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #717 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Ridge Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2016
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2016 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2016 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2016 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2016 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,695
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School — Students at Pleasant Ridge Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2015-16)

Math Proficiency 70.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2016)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2016)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
67%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Pleasant Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in IN
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

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

1250 Monroe St, Charlestown, IN 47111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Prospect), which scores notably higher. Another option is Silver Creek Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Sellersburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Utica Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Jeffersonville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charlestown, see our Charlestown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Charlestown Senior High School Charlestown 0.2 mi 6.3
Jonathan Jennings Elementary Sch Charlestown 0.8 mi 7.1
Charlestown Middle School Charlestown 1.6 mi 6.2
Rock Creek Community Academy Sellersburg 5.4 mi 6.5
Silver Creek Primary School Sellersburg 5.7 mi 4.5
North Oldham Middle School Goshen 6.0 mi 7.8
North Oldham High School Goshen 6.1 mi 8.0
Silver Creek Elementary School Sellersburg 6.0 mi 7.8
Silver Creek High School Sellersburg 6.0 mi 7.0
Harmony Elementary School Goshen 6.3 mi 7.0
Silver Creek Middle School Sellersburg 6.1 mi 7.0
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sellersburg 6.3 mi 6.2
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School Prospect 7.1 mi 8.2
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL, GOSHEN CAMPUS Goshen 6.6 mi 8.3
Utica Elementary School Jeffersonville 8.2 mi 7.7
Henryville Elementary School Henryville 8.2 mi 7.4
Henryville Jr & Sr High School Henryville 8.2 mi 8.0
W E Wilson Elementary Jeffersonville 9.2 mi 5.1
River Valley Middle School Jeffersonville 9.7 mi 5.7
THE VIRGINIA CHANCE SCHOOL Louisville 10.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,418

Median Home Value

$261,700

Median Rent

$906/mo

Population

17,899

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Ridge Elementary School

What grades does Pleasant Ridge Elementary School serve?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Pleasant Ridge Elementary School?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Ridge Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Ridge Elementary School rank in IN?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School ranks #717 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Pleasant Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Ridge Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).

Is Pleasant Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pleasant Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

52.5% of students at Pleasant Ridge 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

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