Excellent
#47 of 542 schools in ME
Top 9% in state
Based on limited data
Pleasant Hill School
Elementary School · Scarborough Public Schools
143 Highland Avenue, Scarborough, ME 04074
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ME statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#47 of 542
In Scarborough
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Scarborough Public Schools
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Pleasant Hill School
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About Pleasant Hill School
Pleasant Hill School is a public elementary school in Scarborough, ME, part of Scarborough Public Schools. Pleasant Hill School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 542 schools in ME.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Pleasant Hill School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Pleasant Hill School Compares
See how Pleasant Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
143 Highland Avenue, Scarborough, ME 04074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pond Cove Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Cape Elizabeth), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wentworth School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eight Corners Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Scarborough, see our Scarborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MORRISON CENTER Scarborough | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Maine Connections Academy Scarborough | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Scarborough High School Scarborough | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Waldo T Skillin Elementary School South Portland | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Wentworth School Scarborough | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Dyer Elementary School South Portland | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| GREATER PORTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Portland | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Scarborough Middle School Scarborough | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| South Portland High School South Portland | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| James Otis Kaler Elementary School South Portland | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC South Portland | 3.5 mi | — |
| Eight Corners Elementary School Scarborough | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| AUCOCISCO SCHOOL Cape Elizabeth | 3.4 mi | — |
| WAYNFLETE SCHOOL Portland | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Frank I Brown Elementary School South Portland | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Cape Elizabeth Middle School Cape Elizabeth | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Howard C Reiche Community Sch Portland | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Pond Cove Elementary Cape Elizabeth | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Cape Elizabeth High School Cape Elizabeth | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL South Portland | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,642
Median Home Value
$502,700
Median Rent
$1,821/mo
Population
22,527
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
48.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cape Cod Hill Elem School New Sharon, ME | 8.1 |
| Village Elementary School-York York, ME | 8.1 |
| William H Rowe School Yarmouth, ME | 8.1 |
| Academy Hill School Wilton, ME | 8.0 |
| Appleton Village School Appleton, ME | 8.0 |
| Calais Elementary School Calais, ME | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Hill School
What grades does Pleasant Hill School serve?
Pleasant Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Pleasant Hill School?
Pleasant Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Hill School rank in ME?
Pleasant Hill School ranks #47 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Pleasant Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pleasant Hill School a charter school?
No, Pleasant Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Hill School a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Hill School?
7.3% of students at Pleasant Hill 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (207) 730-5250
Resources & Links
District
Scarborough Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,857
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,793
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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