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Pleasant Valley EL Sch

Elementary School · Pleasant Valley SD

476 Polk Township Road, Kunkletown, PA 18058

Enrollment

869

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,582 of 2,846

In Kunkletown

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Pleasant Valley SD

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Pleasant Valley EL Sch

6.1/10

Elementary School in Kunkletown · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch

6.5/10

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3.5/10

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About Pleasant Valley EL Sch

Pleasant Valley EL Sch is a public elementary school in Kunkletown, PA, part of Pleasant Valley SD. Pleasant Valley EL Sch serves approximately 869 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,582 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Valley EL Sch show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Pleasant Valley EL Sch 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,032
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

Pleasant Valley EL Sch — Students at Pleasant Valley EL Sch score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
57%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Pleasant Valley EL Sch Compares

See how Pleasant Valley EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in PA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

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

476 Polk Township Road, Kunkletown, PA 18058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Valley EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Towamensing El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Lehighton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Twp El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Sciota), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Moore El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Bath), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kunkletown, see our Kunkletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch Kunkletown 0.2 mi 6.5
Pleasant Valley MS Brodheadsville 3.4 mi 3.5
Pleasant Valley HS Brodheadsville 3.6 mi 6.5
Towamensing El Sch Lehighton 5.7 mi 8.5
Moore El Sch Bath 9.6 mi 7.9
Hamilton Twp El Sch Sciota 8.4 mi 8.0
Penn-Kidder Campus Albrightsville 9.9 mi 4.6
Lehigh El Sch Walnutport 10.8 mi 7.8
Palmerton Area JHS Palmerton 9.9 mi 6.3
Palmerton Area HS Palmerton 9.9 mi 7.0
Parkside Education Center Palmerton 10.4 mi 7.0
S S Palmer El Sch Palmerton 10.5 mi 5.5
ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Palmerton 10.5 mi 6.4
GROWING CONCERN SCHOOL Tannersville 11.2 mi 6.7
Tobyhanna El Ctr Pocono Pines 13.3 mi 7.0
Kenneth N Butz Jr El Sch Nazareth 11.4 mi 7.5
Wind Gap MS Pen Argyl 11.1 mi 5.8
Pocono Mountain West HS Pocono Summit 13.8 mi 7.3
Pocono Mountain West JHS Pocono Summit 13.8 mi 5.0
Slatington El Sch Slatington 12.6 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,572

Median Home Value

$220,100

Median Rent

$1,409/mo

Population

9,884

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

87.1%

Avg Commute

37.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

45.4

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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 2nd.

How many students attend Pleasant Valley EL Sch?

Pleasant Valley EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 869 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley EL Sch is 11.7:1. 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 #1,582 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 6.1 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 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
869
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

District

Pleasant Valley SD
District Enrollment
4,100
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,032
District Rank
#3 of 4

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