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#1240 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 26% in state

Pleasantville Middle School

Middle School · PLEASANTVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

40 ROMER AVE, Pleasantville, NY 10570

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,240 of 4,742

In Pleasantville

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

PLEASANTVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

Middle School in Pleasantville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pleasantville Middle School

Pleasantville Middle School is a public middle school in Pleasantville, NY, part of PLEASANTVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pleasantville Middle School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasantville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,240 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasantville Middle School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Pleasantville Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,257

Pleasantville Middle School — Students at Pleasantville Middle School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
35.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
60.6%
ELA
81.4%
2022
Math
66.7%
ELA
69%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Pleasantville Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in NY
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers

Location

40 ROMER AVE, Pleasantville, NY 10570

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasantville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BRIARCLIFF MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Briarcliff Manor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Chappaqua), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WESTLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Thornwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pleasantville, see our Pleasantville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Pleasantville 0.1 mi 8.9
BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville 0.3 mi 8.0
MOUNT PLEASANT-COTTAGE SCHOOL Pleasantville 0.8 mi 7.1
EDENWALD SCHOOL Pleasantville 0.8 mi 6.1
ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua 1.7 mi 8.3
COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thornwood 1.9 mi 7.0
BRIARCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor 1.5 mi 9.3
BRIARCLIFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor 1.5 mi 8.4
WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL Thornwood 1.9 mi 8.7
WESTLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thornwood 1.9 mi 7.5
CEDAR KNOLLS ACADEMY Hawthorne 2.1 mi 5.5
LINDEN HILL HIGH SCHOOL Hawthorne 2.1 mi 5.4
EF ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL Thornwood 2.1 mi 7.2
DOUGLAS G GRAFFLIN SCHOOL Chappaqua 1.9 mi 8.8
TODD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor 2.0 mi 7.8
HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hawthorne 2.4 mi 7.7
KENSICO SCHOOL Valhalla 2.9 mi 7.3
VALHALLA HIGH SCHOOL Valhalla 3.0 mi 8.4
VALHALLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Valhalla 3.1 mi 6.9
ROARING BROOK SCHOOL Chappaqua 3.3 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$188,262

Median Home Value

$862,400

Median Rent

$1,958/mo

Population

13,391

College Educated

73.1%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

39.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BEACH STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip, NY 7.5
CREO COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY 7.5
DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca, NY 7.5
EAST MORICHES SCHOOL East Moriches, NY 7.5
JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS Brooklyn, NY 7.5
MS 101 EDWARD R BYRNE Bronx, NY 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasantville Middle School

What grades does Pleasantville Middle School serve?

Pleasantville Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Pleasantville Middle School?

Pleasantville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasantville Middle School is 9.6:1. 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 NY?

Pleasantville Middle School ranks #1,240 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Pleasantville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasantville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Pleasantville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasantville Middle School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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?

16.0% 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County

District

PLEASANTVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,616
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,257
District Rank
#3 of 3

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