Below Average
#2341 of 2,846 schools in PA
Pleasant View EL Sch
Elementary School · Red Lion Area SD
700 Delta Rd, Red Lion, PA 17356
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,341 of 2,846
In Red Lion
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Red Lion Area SD
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Pleasant View EL Sch
Elementary School in Red Lion · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant View EL Sch
Pleasant View EL Sch is a public elementary school in Red Lion, PA, part of Red Lion Area SD. Pleasant View EL Sch serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant View EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,341 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant View EL Sch show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Pleasant View 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
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Pleasant View EL Sch — Students at Pleasant View EL Sch score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 3.1/10.
How Pleasant View EL Sch Compares
See how Pleasant View EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
700 Delta Rd, Red Lion, PA 17356
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant View EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dallastown El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Dallastown), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK (rated 7.1/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby York), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby York), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Lion, see our Red Lion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED LION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Red Lion | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Red Lion Area SHS Red Lion | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY RED LION CAMPUS Red Lion | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Red Lion Area JHS Red Lion | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Mazie Gable El Sch Red Lion | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Larry J. Macaluso El Sch Red Lion | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Dallastown El Sch Dallastown | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Dallastown Area SHS Dallastown | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Dallastown Area MS Dallastown | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
| N Hopewell-Winterstown El Sch Red Lion | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Locust Grove El Sch York | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Ore Valley El Sch York | 4.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GRACE ACADEMY York | 5.1 mi | 4.7 |
| York Twp El Sch York | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Canadochly El Sch East Prospect | 6.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York | 5.4 mi | 7.8 |
| York County School of Technology York | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK York | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| York Suburban MS York | 6.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,726
Median Home Value
$228,000
Median Rent
$966/mo
Population
22,457
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant View EL Sch
What grades does Pleasant View EL Sch serve?
Pleasant View EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Pleasant View EL Sch?
Pleasant View EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant View EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant View EL Sch is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant View EL Sch rank in PA?
Pleasant View EL Sch ranks #2,341 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Pleasant View EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant View EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 View EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant View EL Sch has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pleasant View EL Sch a charter school?
No, Pleasant View EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant View EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Pleasant View EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant View EL Sch?
54.7% of students at Pleasant View 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (717) 244-5425
Resources & Links
District
Red Lion Area SD- District Enrollment
- 4,767
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,374
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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