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#547 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 17% in state

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Saline Area Schools

229 PLEASANT RIDGE DR, Saline, MI 48176

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#547 of 3,192

In Saline

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Saline Area Schools

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Pleasant Ridge Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Saline · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pleasant Ridge Elementary School

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saline, MI, part of Saline Area Schools. Pleasant Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #547 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Ridge Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,542
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School — Students at Pleasant Ridge Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.9% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 72.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.9% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
52%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Pleasant Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
83th percentile in MI
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

Location

229 PLEASANT RIDGE DR, Saline, MI 48176

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clifford E Bryant Comm School (rated 8.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harvest Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Uriah H Lawton School (rated 8.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saline, see our Saline schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Young Adult Program Saline 0.4 mi
NORTHSTAR MONTESSORI Saline 0.9 mi
Saline Middle School Saline 1.1 mi 8.2
Saline Alternative High School Saline 1.2 mi
Woodland Meadows Elementary School Saline 1.3 mi 7.0
Heritage School Saline 1.3 mi 8.0
Saline High School Saline 2.2 mi 8.3
Harvest Elementary School Saline 2.3 mi 8.4
WASHTENAW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saline 2.3 mi 6.3
ANN ARBOR ACADEMY Ann Arbor 4.9 mi 8.1
Progress Park Ann Arbor 5.1 mi
Center for Forensic Psychiatry Ann Arbor 4.2 mi
Huron Valley Womens Ypsilanti 4.4 mi
Multicultural Academy Ann Arbor 4.9 mi 3.5
Uriah H Lawton School Ann Arbor 6.2 mi 8.4
Clifford E Bryant Comm School Ann Arbor 5.6 mi 8.6
HEBREW DAY SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor 5.9 mi 5.9
South Arbor Charter Academy Ypsilanti 4.8 mi 7.7
Central Academy Ann Arbor 6.4 mi 7.9
Dicken Elementary School Ann Arbor 6.8 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,987

Median Home Value

$384,700

Median Rent

$1,161/mo

Population

23,325

College Educated

58.4%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

44.6

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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 Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Pleasant Ridge Elementary School?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Ridge Elementary School is 14.9:1. 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 MI?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School ranks #547 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Pleasant Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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?

17.4% 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
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washtenaw County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

Saline Area Schools
District Enrollment
4,765
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,542
District Rank
#5 of 6

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