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Below Average

#604 of 713 private schools in OH

Pleasant Valley School

Elementary School

1511 PLEASANT VALLEY RD SW, Sugarcreek, OH 44681

Private

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#604 of 713

In Sugarcreek

#4 of 6

public schools

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Pleasant Valley School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Sugarcreek · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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8.1/10

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About Pleasant Valley School

Pleasant Valley School is a private elementary school in Sugarcreek, OH. Pleasant Valley School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #604 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares2.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, Pleasant Valley School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Pleasant Valley School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Pleasant Valley School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Pleasant Valley School compares to the 3 public schools in Sugarcreek, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
This School
vs
18.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
38
This School
vs
252
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Pleasant Valley School Sugarcreek Public Avg

All Schools in Sugarcreek

School Rating
Pleasant Valley School (this school) 4.2
Ragersville Elementary School 8.1
Miller Avenue Elementary School 7.3
Garaway High School 7.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,040
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Enrollment 38
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1511 PLEASANT VALLEY RD SW, Sugarcreek, OH 44681

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Valley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ragersville Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miller Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Baltic Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Baltic), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sugarcreek, see our Sugarcreek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SAND HILL SCHOOL Sugarcreek 1.8 mi 5.5
Ragersville Elementary School Sugarcreek 1.6 mi 8.1
AUBURN HILLS SCHOOL Baltic 2.0 mi 2.9
BRUSH RUN Sugarcreek 1.8 mi 3.0
SCENIC POINT SCHOOL Baltic 2.2 mi 3.2
SCENIC POINT SCHOOL Baltic 2.2 mi 3.2
UNION HILL Sugarcreek 2.3 mi
Miller Avenue Elementary School Sugarcreek 3.0 mi 7.3
Garaway High School Sugarcreek 3.2 mi 7.2
Baltic Elementary School Baltic 2.8 mi 6.8
OAK VALLEY SCHOOL Baltic 3.2 mi
TROYER VALLEY Sugarcreek 3.8 mi
LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sugarcreek 4.5 mi 6.8
HILLSIDE VIEW SCHOOL Baltic 3.8 mi
NATURE VALLEY SCHOOL Fresno 4.7 mi 3.7
OAK RIDGE SCHOOL Sugarcreek 5.0 mi
STONY POINT SCHOOL Sugarcreek 4.7 mi
FARMERSTOWN SCHOOL Baltic 4.1 mi
SECNIC ACRES SCHOOL Sugarcreek 4.4 mi
BUCKEYE SCHOOL Baltic 4.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44681 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,250

Median Home Value

$304,700

Median Rent

$817/mo

Population

9,071

College Educated

11.6%

Homeownership

79.9%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

31.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Valley School

What grades does Pleasant Valley School serve?

Pleasant Valley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Pleasant Valley School?

Pleasant Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pleasant Valley School rank in OH?

Pleasant Valley School ranks #604 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Pleasant Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pleasant Valley School a private school?

Yes, Pleasant Valley School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Pleasant Valley School a religious school?

Pleasant Valley School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
38
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
160 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Tuscarawas County

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