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Pleasant Run Elementary School

Elementary School · Northwest Local

11765 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Enrollment

820

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,814 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#64 of 171

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

Northwest Local

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Pleasant Run Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pleasant Run Elementary School

Pleasant Run Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Northwest Local. Pleasant Run Elementary School serves approximately 820 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Run Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,814 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Run Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Pleasant Run Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,991
Chronic Absenteeism37.1%

Pleasant Run Elementary School — Students at Pleasant Run Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
46.7%
ELA
56.8%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Pleasant Run Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in OH
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11765 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Run Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairfield South Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART OF JESUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Run Middle School Cincinnati 0.1 mi 4.0
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.5 mi 5.9
Hamilton Cnty Math & Science Cincinnati 1.4 mi 3.5
Northwest High School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 3.7
Mt. Healthy North Elementary School Cincinnati 2.3 mi 4.6
Fairfield South Elementary School Fairfield 2.4 mi 6.9
CENTRAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.6 mi 8.5
SACRED HEART OF JESUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairfield 2.8 mi 6.9
Winton Woods High School Cincinnati 2.3 mi 3.6
Winton Woods Middle School Cincinnati 2.3 mi 4.0
Taylor Elementary School Cincinnati 3.1 mi 4.7
Creekside Middle School Fairfield 3.0 mi 5.0
HEAVEN'S TREASURES ACADEMY Cincinnati 3.1 mi 5.6
Fairfield West Elementary School Fairfield 3.5 mi 6.8
Fairfield Central Elementary School Fairfield 3.6 mi 5.0
Crossroads Middle School Fairfield 3.7 mi 5.8
Mt Healthy High School Cincinnati 4.0 mi 3.2
Mt Healthy Junior High School Cincinnati 4.0 mi 4.5
Linden Elementary School Hamilton 4.1 mi 6.2
Winton Woods Intermediate School Cincinnati 3.6 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,140

Median Home Value

$164,900

Median Rent

$1,118/mo

Population

40,852

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

71.6%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

40.8

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Marietta Elementary School Marietta, OH 6.3
Park Avenue Elementary School Mount Gilead, OH 6.3
Pickerington Elementary School Pickerington, OH 6.3
Portsmouth West Elementary School West Portsmouth, OH 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Run Elementary School

What grades does Pleasant Run Elementary School serve?

Pleasant Run Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Pleasant Run Elementary School?

Pleasant Run Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 820 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Run Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Run Elementary School rank in OH?

Pleasant Run Elementary School ranks #1,814 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Pleasant Run Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Run Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Run Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Run Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pleasant Run Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pleasant Run Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
820
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

District

Northwest Local
District Enrollment
8,465
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,991
District Rank
#3 of 11

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