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#1533 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 45% in state

Pleasant Valley Elementary School

Elementary School · Parma City

9906 W Pleasant Valley Rd, Parma, OH 44130

Enrollment

907

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,533 of 3,441

In Parma

#5 of 14

public schools

In district

#4 of 12

Parma City

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Pleasant Valley Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Parma · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pleasant Valley Elementary School

Pleasant Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Parma, OH, part of Parma City. Pleasant Valley Elementary School serves approximately 907 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,533 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Valley Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,634
Chronic Absenteeism19%

Pleasant Valley Elementary School — Students at Pleasant Valley Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.7% (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
83%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
61.6%
ELA
57.4%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Pleasant Valley Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in OH
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

Location

9906 W Pleasant Valley Rd, Parma, OH 44130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitney Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Strongsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is AL IHSAN SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dentzler Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parma, see our Parma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Parma 0.2 mi 6.4
Valley Forge High School Parma Heights 0.5 mi 5.4
First Step Preschool Parma 1.0 mi 5.7
PARMA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Parma Heights 1.2 mi 7.2
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Parma 1.1 mi 7.0
Constellation Schools: Parma Community Parma 1.3 mi 5.1
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Parma 1.3 mi 7.7
INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY Parma Heights 1.9 mi 6.9
Greenbriar Middle School Parma 2.3 mi 6.2
BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Parma 2.5 mi 6.1
Summit Academy Community School-Parma Parma 2.8 mi 5.9
Whitney Elementary School Strongsville 2.4 mi 8.3
STEPS EDUCATIONAL GROUP Parma 2.2 mi 7.9
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL Parma 2.3 mi 5.8
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Parma 2.8 mi 5.7
Parma Virtual Learning Academy Parma 2.6 mi
AL IHSAN SCHOOL Parma 2.7 mi 8.3
Dentzler Elementary School Parma 2.3 mi 7.9
ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL North Royalton 3.0 mi 4.5
THE ACADEMY OF ST BARTHOLOMEW Middleburg Heights 2.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,099

Median Home Value

$184,900

Median Rent

$1,045/mo

Population

49,778

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

44.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Batavia Elementary School Batavia, OH 6.7
Cincinnati Classical Academy Cincinnati, OH 6.7
Fairfield East Elementary School Hamilton, OH 6.7
Graham Elementary School Saint Paris, OH 6.7
Northwestern Elementary School Springfield, OH 6.7
Powers Elementary School Amherst, OH 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Valley Elementary School

What grades does Pleasant Valley Elementary School serve?

Pleasant Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Pleasant Valley Elementary School?

Pleasant Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 907 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Valley Elementary School rank in OH?

Pleasant Valley Elementary School ranks #1,533 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Pleasant Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Valley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Valley Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pleasant Valley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pleasant Valley Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

58.2% of students at Pleasant Valley 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
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
907
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

District

Parma City
District Enrollment
8,931
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,634
District Rank
#4 of 12

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