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Very Good

#305 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 26% in state

Pleasant Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Lexington 01

664 Rawl Road, Lexington, SC 29072

Enrollment

874

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#305 of 1,176

In Lexington

#9 of 20

public schools

In district

#11 of 30

Lexington 01

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Pleasant Hill Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Lexington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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About Pleasant Hill Elementary

Pleasant Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Lexington, SC, part of Lexington 01. Pleasant Hill Elementary serves approximately 874 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #305 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Hill Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,591
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Pleasant Hill Elementary — Students at Pleasant Hill Elementary score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Pleasant Hill Elementary Compares

See how Pleasant Hill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
74th percentile in SC
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

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

664 Rawl Road, Lexington, SC 29072

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Murray Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Centerville Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Deerfield Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Hill Middle Lexington 0.2 mi 6.6
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington 1.1 mi 6.0
Lexington High Lexington 1.5 mi 7.4
Lake Murray Elementary Lexington 1.9 mi 8.3
LAKE MURRAY BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Lexington 2.6 mi
Rocky Creek Elementary Lexington 3.3 mi 7.1
Deerfield Elementary Lexington 3.8 mi 8.1
MIDLANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington 3.2 mi
Beechwood Middle Lexington 3.6 mi 7.3
New Providence Elementary Lexington 3.8 mi 8.0
Lexington Elementary Lexington 3.9 mi 5.8
Red Bank Elementary Lexington 4.0 mi 6.3
Lakeside Middle Lexington 4.4 mi 6.0
Carolina Springs Middle Lexington 4.9 mi 4.9
Carolina Springs Elementary Lexington 5.2 mi 4.8
White Knoll High Lexington 5.1 mi 6.8
Saxe Gotha Elementary Lexington 5.5 mi 6.5
Centerville Elementary Gilbert 5.7 mi 8.2
Midway Elementary Lexington 6.3 mi 7.9
White Knoll Middle West Columbia 6.0 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,415

Median Home Value

$304,200

Median Rent

$1,317/mo

Population

68,389

College Educated

47.9%

Homeownership

82.6%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Beech Hill Elementary Summerville, SC 7.4
Brushy Creek Elementary Taylors, SC 7.4
Buford Elementary Lancaster, SC 7.4
Chapin Elementary Chapin, SC 7.4
Forest Lake Elementary Columbia, SC 7.4
Midway Elementary Anderson, SC 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Hill Elementary

What grades does Pleasant Hill Elementary serve?

Pleasant Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary?

Pleasant Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 874 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Hill Elementary rank in SC?

Pleasant Hill Elementary ranks #305 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Pleasant Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Hill Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pleasant Hill Elementary a charter school?

No, Pleasant Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pleasant Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pleasant Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Hill Elementary?

27.5% of students at Pleasant Hill Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
874
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lexington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

Lexington 01
District Enrollment
27,105
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,591
District Rank
#11 of 30

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