Needs Improvement
#1834 of 1,851 schools in VA
Pleasants Lane Elementary
Elementary School · Petersburg City Public Schools
100 Pleasants Lane, Petersburg, VA 23803
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
2.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
2.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,834 of 1,851
In Petersburg
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Petersburg City Public Schools
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Pleasants Lane Elementary
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About Pleasants Lane Elementary
Pleasants Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Petersburg, VA, part of Petersburg City Public Schools. Pleasants Lane Elementary serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasants Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,834 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasants Lane Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 2.9
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Pleasants Lane Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pleasants Lane Elementary — Students at Pleasants Lane Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
101.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA 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: 2.2/10.
How Pleasants Lane Elementary Compares
See how Pleasants Lane Elementary 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
100 Pleasants Lane, Petersburg, VA 23803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasants Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tussing Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Colonial Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Colonial Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ettrick Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Ettrick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Petersburg, see our Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westview Early Childhood Education Center Petersburg | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Cool Spring Elementary Petersburg | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Ettrick Elementary Ettrick | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Petersburg High Petersburg | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Vernon Johns Middle Petersburg | 2.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Colonial Heights Middle Colonial Heights | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Walnut Hill Elementary Petersburg | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Matoaca Elementary South Chesterfield | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Matoaca Middle Matoaca | 3.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Lakeview Elementary Colonial Heights | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Lakemont Elementary Petersburg | 3.6 mi | 2.3 |
| North Elementary Colonial Heights | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Colonial Heights High Colonial Heights | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Matoaca High Chesterfield | 4.9 mi | 6.4 |
| BREC ACADEMY Petersburg | 4.6 mi | — |
| Harrowgate Elementary Chester | 6.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Carver Middle Chester | 6.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Tussing Elementary Colonial Heights | 5.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy Chester | 6.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Sutherland Elementary Sutherland | 6.4 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,820
Median Home Value
$208,700
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
41,794
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bellwood Elementary North Chesterfield, VA | 2.1 |
| Cradock Elementary Portsmouth, VA | 2.1 |
| Laburnum Elementary Richmond, VA | 2.1 |
| Oak Grove/Bellemeade Elementary Richmond, VA | 2.1 |
| Bensley Elementary North Chesterfield, VA | 2.0 |
| Douglass Park Elementary Portsmouth, VA | 2.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasants Lane Elementary
What grades does Pleasants Lane Elementary serve?
Pleasants Lane Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasants Lane Elementary?
Pleasants Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasants Lane Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasants Lane Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasants Lane Elementary rank in VA?
Pleasants Lane Elementary ranks #1,834 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Pleasants Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasants Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 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 Pleasants Lane Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasants Lane Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pleasants Lane Elementary a charter school?
No, Pleasants Lane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasants Lane Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pleasants Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasants Lane Elementary?
101.4% of students at Pleasants Lane 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Petersburg city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (804) 862-7013
Resources & Links
District
Petersburg City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,464
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,474
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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