Needs Improvement
#4706 of 4,742 schools in NY
Pleasant Avenue School
Elementary School · JOHNSTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
235 PLEASANT AVE, Johnstown, NY 12095
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,706 of 4,742
In Johnstown
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
JOHNSTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Pleasant Avenue School
Pleasant Avenue School is a public elementary school in Johnstown, NY, part of JOHNSTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pleasant Avenue School serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,706 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Avenue School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Pleasant Avenue 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 Avenue School — Students at Pleasant Avenue School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2012-13)
Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.
How Pleasant Avenue School Compares
See how Pleasant Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
235 PLEASANT AVE, Johnstown, NY 12095
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Fonda), which scores notably higher. Another option is WHEELERVILLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Caroga Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAYFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Mayfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Johnstown, see our Johnstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,864
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
12,013
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Avenue School
What grades does Pleasant Avenue School serve?
Pleasant Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Pleasant Avenue School?
Pleasant Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Avenue School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Avenue School rank in NY?
Pleasant Avenue School ranks #4,706 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Pleasant Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Avenue School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2013).
Is Pleasant Avenue School a charter school?
No, Pleasant Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Avenue School?
56.9% of students at Pleasant Avenue 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (518) 762-8610
Resources & Links
District
JOHNSTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,582
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,245
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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