Pleasanton High

Pleasanton High is a regular public high school located in the remote rural area of Pleasanton, Kansas. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 170 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1 with 13 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its small size and close-knit community feel, Pleasanton High currently ranks #1282 out of 1298 schools in Kansas, indicating there is room for academic growth.

Test scores show that only 15% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and just 12% in Math, suggesting a focus on student development and support. Pleasanton High sits in the heart of Linn County, surrounded by wide-open spaces and small-town charm. The school is deeply rooted in its community, providing a supportive environment for students to grow and thrive despite current academic challenges.

With an enrollment of 170 students, Pleasanton High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Pleasanton High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.