Excellent
#453 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 17% in state
Pleasant Grove Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
3605 Pleasant Grove Church Rd, Morrisville, NC 27560
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#453 of 2,648
In Morrisville
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#58 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Pleasant Grove Elementary
Pleasant Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Morrisville, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Pleasant Grove Elementary serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #453 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Grove Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Pleasant Grove Elementary 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 Grove Elementary — Students at Pleasant Grove Elementary score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 22 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Pleasant Grove Elementary Compares
See how Pleasant Grove Elementary 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
3605 Pleasant Grove Church Rd, Morrisville, NC 27560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkside Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Morrisville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 5.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cedar Fork Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Morrisville, see our Morrisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brier Creek Elementary Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| The Institute Development Young Leaders Durham | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Wake EC of Information & Biotechnologies Morrisville | 2.6 mi | — |
| ACCELERATOR SCHOOL LLC Morrisville | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Cedar Fork Elementary Morrisville | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Research Triangle High School Research Triangle Pk | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Bethesda Elementary Durham | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Sterling Montessori Academy Morrisville | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Research Triangle Charter Durham | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Parkside Elementary Morrisville | 3.8 mi | 8.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOLS AT THE PARK Morrisville | 4.0 mi | — |
| LUCY DANIELS SCHOOL Cary | 4.3 mi | — |
| DISCOVERY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC Morrisville | 4.6 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Elementary Durham | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Kestrel Heights School Durham | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Lowe's Grove Middle Durham | 4.1 mi | 4.1 |
| NC Virtual Academy Durham | 4.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Morrisville Elementary Morrisville | 5.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Alston Ridge Elementary Cary | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,340
Median Home Value
$466,900
Median Rent
$1,760/mo
Population
39,442
College Educated
73.3%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
34.1
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| Ayden Elementary Ayden, NC | 8.0 |
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| Charles H. Parker Academic Center Charlotte, NC | 8.0 |
| Dixon Road Elementary Willow Spring, NC | 8.0 |
| Don D Steed Elementary Raeford, NC | 8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Grove Elementary
What grades does Pleasant Grove Elementary serve?
Pleasant Grove Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant Grove Elementary?
Pleasant Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Grove Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Grove Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Grove Elementary rank in NC?
Pleasant Grove Elementary ranks #453 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Pleasant Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Grove Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Grove Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Pleasant Grove Elementary a charter school?
No, Pleasant Grove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Grove Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Grove Elementary?
45.7% of students at Pleasant Grove Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (919) 694-8770
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #58 of 194
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