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Pleasant Valley Elem

Elementary School · Wichita

2000 W 29th St No, Wichita, KS 67204

Enrollment

275

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#767 of 1,294

In Wichita

#27 of 97

public schools

In district

#21 of 86

Wichita

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Pleasant Valley Elem

6.1/10

Elementary School in Wichita · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Pleasant Valley Elem

Pleasant Valley Elem is a public elementary school in Wichita, KS, part of Wichita. Pleasant Valley Elem serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Valley Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #767 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Valley Elem show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Pleasant Valley Elem sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

31% of students at Pleasant Valley Elem 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.8% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.1% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,783
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Pleasant Valley Elem — Students at Pleasant Valley Elem score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
10.6%
ELA
27.8%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Pleasant Valley Elem Compares

See how Pleasant Valley Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
41th percentile in KS
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

Location

2000 W 29th St No, Wichita, KS 67204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Valley Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wichita, see our Wichita schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Valley Middle School Wichita 0.1 mi 6.4
ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita 0.2 mi 8.4
McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem Wichita 0.9 mi 8.6
LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Wichita 1.1 mi 6.5
Cloud Elem Wichita 1.0 mi 4.4
Ortiz Elementary School Wichita 1.2 mi 7.1
Woodland Health / Wellness Magnet Elem Wichita 1.8 mi 4.4
Marshall Middle School Wichita 2.1 mi 6.0
Earhart Environ Magnet Elem Wichita 2.0 mi 6.5
O K Elem Wichita 2.2 mi 4.4
North High Wichita 2.3 mi 3.9
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary Wichita 2.6 mi 7.8
Black Traditional Magnet Elem Wichita 2.6 mi 5.0
Irving Elementary Wichita 2.4 mi 4.3
Horace Mann Dual Language Magnet Wichita 2.8 mi 4.7
Hadley Middle School Wichita 2.8 mi 1.8
Park Elementary Wichita 3.0 mi 2.2
Bryant Opportunity Academy Wichita 3.0 mi
L'Ouverture Computer Technology Magnet Wichita 3.0 mi 4.1
MORNING STAR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wichita 3.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,549

Median Home Value

$148,900

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

22,913

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Valley Elem

What grades does Pleasant Valley Elem serve?

Pleasant Valley Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pleasant Valley Elem?

Pleasant Valley Elem has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Elem is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Valley Elem rank in KS?

Pleasant Valley Elem ranks #767 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Pleasant Valley Elem's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Valley Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Elem?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Valley Elem has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pleasant Valley Elem a charter school?

No, Pleasant Valley Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pleasant Valley Elem a Title I school?

No, Pleasant Valley Elem is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Valley Elem?

92.4% of students at Pleasant Valley Elem 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
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Sedgwick County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

District

Wichita
District Enrollment
46,516
Schools in District
87
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,783
District Rank
#21 of 86

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