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#552 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 16% in state

Pleasant Elementary School

Elementary School · Norwalk City

16 S Pleasant St, Norwalk, OH 44857

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

8.3

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#552 of 3,441

In Norwalk

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Norwalk City

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Pleasant Elementary School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Norwalk · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Norwalk Middle School

6.6/10

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8.5/10

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About Pleasant Elementary School

Pleasant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Norwalk, OH, part of Norwalk City. Pleasant Elementary School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #552 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,649
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Pleasant Elementary School — Students at Pleasant Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Pleasant Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
84th percentile in OH
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Location

16 S Pleasant St, Norwalk, OH 44857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodlands Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Huron), which scores slightly higher. Another option is League Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Huron), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Norwalk Middle School Norwalk 0.6 mi 6.6
League Elementary School Norwalk 0.8 mi 8.5
Main Street School Norwalk 0.7 mi 6.9
NORWALK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Norwalk 0.8 mi 4.8
Norwalk High School Norwalk 1.0 mi 5.1
Maplehurst Elementary School Norwalk 1.6 mi 6.8
Edison Elementary School (formerly Milan Elem) Milan 4.0 mi 7.5
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monroeville 4.0 mi 6.7
Edison High School Milan 4.9 mi 7.4
Monroeville Elementary School Monroeville 4.2 mi 7.2
Monroeville High School Monroeville 4.2 mi 7.0
Ehove Career Center Milan 6.5 mi 3.4
Edison Middle School (formerly Berlin-Milan Middle School) Berlin Heights 9.1 mi 8.4
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huron 11.1 mi 7.6
Western Reserve Middle School Collins 8.8 mi 4.3
FIRELANDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Huron 11.3 mi 6.5
McCormick Middle School Huron 11.4 mi 7.1
Huron High School Huron 11.5 mi 7.0
Western Reserve High School Collins 8.9 mi 6.2
Woodlands Elementary School Huron 11.8 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,227

Median Home Value

$170,400

Median Rent

$795/mo

Population

23,320

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

40.3

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Beavertown Elementary School Kettering, OH 8.3
Bellflower Elementary School Mentor, OH 8.3
Berkshire Elementary Burton, OH 8.3
Big Creek Elementary School Middleburg Hts, OH 8.3
Boyd E Smith Elementary School Milford, OH 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Elementary School

What grades does Pleasant Elementary School serve?

Pleasant Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Pleasant Elementary School?

Pleasant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Elementary School rank in OH?

Pleasant Elementary School ranks #552 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Pleasant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pleasant Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pleasant Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pleasant Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Elementary School?

59.2% of students at Pleasant 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Huron County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

Norwalk City
District Enrollment
2,494
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,649
District Rank
#2 of 6

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