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Pleasantville Middle School

Middle School · Pleasantville Public School District

801 MILL ROAD, Pleasantville, NJ 08232

Enrollment

803

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,161 of 2,466

In Pleasantville

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Pleasantville Public School District

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Pleasantville Middle School

4.6/10

Middle School in Pleasantville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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7.6/10

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About Pleasantville Middle School

Pleasantville Middle School is a public middle school in Pleasantville, NJ, part of Pleasantville Public School District. Pleasantville Middle School serves approximately 803 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasantville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,161 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasantville Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,149
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

Pleasantville Middle School — Students at Pleasantville Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
44%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
25%
ELA
17.5%
2025
Math
19.4%
ELA
19.6%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Pleasantville Middle School Compares

See how Pleasantville Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
12th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Location

801 MILL ROAD, Pleasantville, NJ 08232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasantville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ventnor Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Ventnor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northfield Community Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emma C Attales (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Absecon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pleasantville, see our Pleasantville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasantville High School Pleasantville 0.1 mi 4.3
North Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 0.9 mi 7.6
Washington Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 1.0 mi 7.0
Leeds Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 0.9 mi 6.8
South Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 1.5 mi 7.7
Principle Academy Charter School Egg Harbor Township 1.7 mi 7.5
HIGHLAND ACADEMY II Absecon 1.9 mi 5.3
H Ashton Marsh Absecon 2.7 mi 7.9
Emma C Attales Absecon 2.7 mi 7.1
Northfield Community Middle School Northfield 3.3 mi 7.2
Northfield Community Elementary School Northfield 3.3 mi 8.0
Arthur Rann Elementary School Galloway 3.5 mi 5.1
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER ATLANTIC Northfield 3.4 mi
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School Egg Harbor Township 3.1 mi 5.2
Atlantic City High School Atlantic City 3.8 mi 4.4
Bargaintown Preschool Egg Harbor Township 4.0 mi
GARDEN STATE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL OF THE ARTS Absecon 4.7 mi
Fernwood Avenue Middle School Egg Harbor Township 3.9 mi 5.8
Absegami High School Galloway 5.1 mi 5.2
Ventnor Middle School Ventnor 5.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,476

Median Home Value

$179,900

Median Rent

$1,210/mo

Population

20,200

College Educated

10.8%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

23%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Lindenwold Middle School Lindenwold, NJ 4.8
Mary E. Volz Elementary School Runnemede, NJ 4.3
Richard C Crockett Middle School Hamilton, NJ 4.9
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School Vineland, NJ 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasantville Middle School

What grades does Pleasantville Middle School serve?

Pleasantville Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Pleasantville Middle School?

Pleasantville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasantville Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasantville Middle School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasantville Middle School rank in NJ?

Pleasantville Middle School ranks #2,161 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Pleasantville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasantville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Pleasantville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasantville Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pleasantville Middle School a charter school?

No, Pleasantville Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pleasantville Middle School a Title I school?

No, Pleasantville Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasantville Middle School?

80.4% of students at Pleasantville Middle 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Atlantic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

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