Excellent
#452 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 16% in state
Pleasant Gap EL Sch
Elementary School · Bellefonte Area SD
230 S Main St, Pleasant Gap, PA 16823
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#452 of 2,846
In district
#2 of 6
Bellefonte Area SD
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Pleasant Gap EL Sch
Elementary School in Pleasant Gap · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant Gap EL Sch
Pleasant Gap EL Sch is a public elementary school in Pleasant Gap, PA, part of Bellefonte Area SD. Pleasant Gap EL Sch serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Gap EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #452 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Gap EL Sch show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, Pleasant Gap EL Sch 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Pleasant Gap EL Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Pleasant Gap EL Sch — Students at Pleasant Gap EL Sch score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.6/10.
How Pleasant Gap EL Sch Compares
See how Pleasant Gap EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
230 S Main St, Pleasant Gap, PA 16823
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Gap EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring Creek El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby State College), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Benner El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Bellefonte), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mount Nittany El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby State College), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pleasant Gap, see our Pleasant Gap schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central PA Institute of Science and Technology Pleasant Gap | 1.1 mi | — |
| CENTRE COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellefonte | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Bellefonte Area HS Bellefonte | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Bellefonte Area MS Bellefonte | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Centre Hall-Potter El Sch Centre Hall | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MEADOWS SCHOOL Centre Hall | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Bellefonte El Sch Bellefonte | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Benner El Sch Bellefonte | 4.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Spring Creek El Sch State College | 5.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Boalsburg | 6.2 mi | 7.7 |
| WINDY POPLARS SCHOOL Spring Mills | 5.3 mi | — |
| Bald Eagle Area MS/SHS Wingate | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Wingate El Sch Wingate | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Mount Nittany MS State College | 6.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Mount Nittany El Sch State College | 6.6 mi | 8.4 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL State College | 7.1 mi | — |
| STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL State College | 7.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Nittany Valley CS State College | 7.8 mi | 6.7 |
| BENNETT FAMILY CENTER University Park | 7.4 mi | — |
| Easterly Parkway El Sch State College | 7.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16823 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,717
Median Home Value
$258,100
Median Rent
$1,013/mo
Population
29,168
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
44.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Calypso El Sch Bethlehem, PA | 8.0 |
| Clara Barton El Sch West Mifflin, PA | 8.0 |
| Hydetown Elementary School Titusville, PA | 8.0 |
| Mt Wolf El Sch Mt. Wolf, PA | 8.0 |
| SEVEN SORROWS BVM SCHOOL Middletown, PA | 8.0 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ACADEMY Bryn Mawr, PA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Gap EL Sch
What grades does Pleasant Gap EL Sch serve?
Pleasant Gap EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant Gap EL Sch?
Pleasant Gap EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Gap EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Gap EL Sch is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Gap EL Sch rank in PA?
Pleasant Gap EL Sch ranks #452 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Pleasant Gap EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Gap EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Gap EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Gap EL Sch has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pleasant Gap EL Sch a charter school?
No, Pleasant Gap EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Gap EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Gap EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Gap EL Sch?
32.2% of students at Pleasant Gap EL Sch 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 199
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Centre County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (814) 359-2739
Resources & Links
District
Bellefonte Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,585
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,274
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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