Excellent
#86 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 7% in state
Pleasant View Elementary School
Elementary School · Whitley County
5554 Hwy 25 W South, Williamsburg, KY 40769
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#86 of 1,284
In Williamsburg
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Whitley County
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Pleasant View Elementary School
Pleasant View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Williamsburg, KY, part of Whitley County. Pleasant View Elementary School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant View Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Pleasant View Elementary 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 View Elementary School — Students at Pleasant View Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KY 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: 8.8/10.
How Pleasant View Elementary School Compares
See how Pleasant View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5554 Hwy 25 W South, Williamsburg, KY 40769
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frakes School Center (rated 9.0/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Frakes), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Corbin Primary (rated 8.9/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Corbin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Whitley County East Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Siler), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Williamsburg, see our Williamsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Williamsburg City School Williamsburg | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Colonel Academy Williamsburg | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Boston Elementary School Williamsburg | 5.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Jellico High School Jellico | 6.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Jellico Elementary Jellico | 7.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Whitley County High School Williamsburg | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Whitley County Alternative School Williamsburg | 7.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Whitley County Middle School Williamsburg | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Whitley County Central Primary School Williamsburg | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| JELLICO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jellico | 7.5 mi | — |
| Whitley Central Intermediate School Williamsburg | 7.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Whitley County East Elementary School Siler | 8.9 mi | 8.6 |
| White Oak Elementary Duff | 11.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitley County North Elementary School Rockholds | 12.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Wynn Habersham Elementary Duff | 12.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Frakes School Center Frakes | 11.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Clairfield Elementary Clairfield | 13.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Corbin | 15.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Elk Valley Elementary Pioneer | 15.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Corbin Primary Corbin | 17.4 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40769 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,772
Median Home Value
$94,100
Median Rent
$729/mo
Population
17,931
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.3%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cold Hill Elementary School London, KY | 8.6 |
| Goose Rock Elementary Manchester, KY | 8.6 |
| W B Muncy Elementary School Wooton, KY | 8.6 |
| Whitley County East Elementary School Siler, KY | 8.6 |
| Boston Elementary School Williamsburg, KY | 8.5 |
| Joe Harrison Carter Tompkinsville, KY | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant View Elementary School
What grades does Pleasant View Elementary School serve?
Pleasant View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Pleasant View Elementary School?
Pleasant View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant View Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant View Elementary School rank in KY?
Pleasant View Elementary School ranks #86 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Pleasant View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 View Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant View Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pleasant View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pleasant View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pleasant View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant View Elementary School?
87.3% of students at Pleasant View 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Whitley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (606) 549-7085
Resources & Links
District
Whitley County- District Enrollment
- 4,222
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,081
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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