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#876 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 49% in state

Pleasant Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Cumberland County

486 Main ST P. O. Box 10, Pleasant Hill, TN 38578

Enrollment

588

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#876 of 1,786

In district

#4 of 12

Cumberland County

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Pleasant Hill Elementary

6.5/10

Elementary School in Pleasant Hill · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pleasant Hill Elementary

Pleasant Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Pleasant Hill, TN, part of Cumberland County. Pleasant Hill Elementary serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #876 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Hill Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Pleasant Hill Elementary 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 Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,856
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Pleasant Hill Elementary — Students at Pleasant Hill Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
27.4%
ELA
27.4%
2025
Math
35.1%
ELA
30.2%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Pleasant Hill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in TN
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

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

486 Main ST P. O. Box 10, Pleasant Hill, TN 38578

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Findlay Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Sparta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burks Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Monterey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bon De Croft Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Sparta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pleasant Hill, see our Pleasant Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Bon De Croft Elementary Sparta 8.0 mi 8.8
INEZ WRENN SDA SCHOOL Crossville 8.1 mi
South Cumberland Elementary Crossville 8.7 mi 7.2
North Cumberland Elementary Crossville 9.2 mi 4.9
Cumberland County High School Crossville 9.2 mi 5.0
The Phoenix School Crossville 9.2 mi 4.9
Glenn Martin Elementary Crossville 9.3 mi 7.0
Burks Elementary Monterey 11.7 mi 9.0
HERITAGE ACADEMY Monterey 11.9 mi 7.0
Monterey High School Monterey 12.0 mi 5.3
Frank P. Brown Elementary Crossville 11.2 mi 5.4
Stone Memorial High School Crossville 10.5 mi 4.8
Stone Elementary Crossville 10.5 mi 5.0
MONTEREY MENNONITE SCHOOL Monterey 13.5 mi
Homestead Elementary School Crossville 12.9 mi 5.5
Wilson Elementary Crawford 16.6 mi 7.5
White Co Middle School Sparta 15.5 mi 6.6
Findlay Elementary Sparta 15.8 mi 9.3
Woodland Park Elementary Sparta 16.2 mi 7.7
White County High School Sparta 16.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,214

Median Home Value

$163,200

Median Rent

$754/mo

Population

146

College Educated

42.5%

Homeownership

62.5%

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

73.2

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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 8th.

How many students attend Pleasant Hill Elementary?

Pleasant Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Elementary is 15.9:1. 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 TN?

Pleasant Hill Elementary ranks #876 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Pleasant Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Hill Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

District

Cumberland County
District Enrollment
7,093
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,856
District Rank
#4 of 12

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