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Pleasant Hill EL

Elementary School · LEANDER ISD

1800 HORIZON PARK, Leander, TX 78641

Enrollment

704

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,582 of 8,552

In Leander

#19 of 23

public schools

In district

#39 of 47

LEANDER ISD

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Pleasant Hill EL

6.2/10

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

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About Pleasant Hill EL

Pleasant Hill EL is a public elementary school in Leander, TX, part of LEANDER ISD. Pleasant Hill EL serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,582 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Hill EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,669
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Pleasant Hill EL — Students at Pleasant Hill EL score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
29.4%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
58%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Pleasant Hill EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in TX
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

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

1800 HORIZON PARK, Leander, TX 78641

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Hill EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAPIENTIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Cedar Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM J WINKLEY EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHITESTONE EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leander, see our Leander schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE GODDARD SCHOOL-LEANDER Leander 0.3 mi
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF LEANDER Lewisville 0.5 mi 6.7
KNOX WILEY MIDDLE Leander 1.2 mi 6.3
BLOCK HOUSE CREEK EL Leander 1.3 mi 6.7
ROUSE H S Leander 1.3 mi 7.3
LEANDER MIDDLE Leander 1.4 mi 7.8
NEW HOPE H S Leander 1.5 mi 6.3
LEANDER VIRTUAL LEARNING ACADEMY Leander 1.5 mi 4.0
LEANDER EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY Leander 1.6 mi 2.6
LEANDER H S Leander 1.8 mi 7.4
CHRISTINE CAMACHO EL Leander 1.7 mi 4.0
EARLY COLLEGE H S Leander 2.2 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CRYSTAL FALLS Leander 2.2 mi
WHITESTONE EL Leander 2.2 mi 7.4
LOIS F GIDDENS EL Cedar Park 2.5 mi 3.3
WILLIAM J WINKLEY EL Leander 2.3 mi 7.8
RUNNING BRUSHY MIDDLE Cedar Park 2.5 mi 6.9
SAPIENTIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cedar Park 2.5 mi 7.9
PATRICIA KNOWLES EL Cedar Park 2.6 mi 4.4
JIM PLAIN EL Leander 2.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,421

Median Home Value

$453,100

Median Rent

$1,873/mo

Population

93,399

College Educated

50.6%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Hill EL

What grades does Pleasant Hill EL serve?

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

How many students attend Pleasant Hill EL?

Pleasant Hill EL has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill EL is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Hill EL rank in TX?

Pleasant Hill EL ranks #4,582 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Pleasant Hill EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Hill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Hill EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pleasant Hill EL a charter school?

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

Is Pleasant Hill EL a Title I school?

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

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

26.1% of students at Pleasant Hill EL 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

LEANDER ISD
District Enrollment
42,593
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,669
District Rank
#39 of 47

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