Needs Improvement
#2629 of 2,846 schools in PA
Pleasant Valley EL Sch
Elementary School · Altoona Area SD
310 Cayuga Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,629 of 2,846
In Altoona
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Altoona Area SD
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Pleasant Valley EL Sch
Elementary School in Altoona · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant Valley EL Sch
Pleasant Valley EL Sch is a public elementary school in Altoona, PA, part of Altoona Area SD. Pleasant Valley EL Sch serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,629 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Valley EL Sch show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Pleasant Valley EL Sch — Students at Pleasant Valley EL Sch score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.6/10.
How Pleasant Valley EL Sch Compares
See how Pleasant Valley EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
310 Cayuga Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Valley EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Baker El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irving El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Penn-Lincoln El Sch (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Baker El Sch Altoona | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona | 0.9 mi | — |
| Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Altoona | 1.0 mi | — |
| Altoona Area HS Altoona | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Altoona Area Jr HS Altoona | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| TENDER LOVE FOR CHILDREN CHILD CARE Altoona | 1.5 mi | — |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona | 1.7 mi | — |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona | 2.0 mi | — |
| Irving El Sch Altoona | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL-ALTOONA ELMNTRY CMPS Altoona | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Juniata El Sch Altoona | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Logan El Sch Altoona | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Hollidaysburg Area SHS Hollidaysburg | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,097
Median Home Value
$120,200
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
27,014
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Valley EL Sch
What grades does Pleasant Valley EL Sch serve?
Pleasant Valley EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant Valley EL Sch?
Pleasant Valley EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley EL Sch is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Valley EL Sch rank in PA?
Pleasant Valley EL Sch ranks #2,629 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Pleasant Valley EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Valley EL Sch has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pleasant Valley EL Sch a charter school?
No, Pleasant Valley EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Valley EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Valley EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Valley EL Sch?
99.4% of students at Pleasant Valley 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
- 466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Blair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (814) 946-8397
Resources & Links
District
Altoona Area SD- District Enrollment
- 7,019
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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