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Pleasant Valley Middle

Middle School · Battle Ground School District

PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,359 of 2,228

In Battle Ground

#8 of 17

public schools

In district

#10 of 20

Battle Ground School District

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Pleasant Valley Middle

5.8/10

Middle School in Battle Ground · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Pleasant Valley Middle

Pleasant Valley Middle is a public middle school in Battle Ground, WA, part of Battle Ground School District. Pleasant Valley Middle serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,359 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Valley Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Pleasant Valley Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,420
Chronic Absenteeism36.1%

Pleasant Valley Middle — Students at Pleasant Valley Middle score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.9% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.7% (2024 SBA)

Based on 35 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
36.8%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
37.4%
ELA
44.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Pleasant Valley Middle Compares

See how Pleasant Valley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in WA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

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

PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Valley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Laurin Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Gaiser Middle School (rated 3.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Vancouver), a more accessible option. For more schools in Battle Ground, see our Battle Ground schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Valley Primary Battle Ground 0.1 mi 7.9
Vancouver iTech Preparatory Vancouver 0.7 mi 7.5
THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES Vancouver 1.0 mi 7.4
Salmon Creek Elementary Vancouver 1.9 mi 7.1
Gaiser Middle School Vancouver 2.4 mi 3.7
Sarah J Anderson Elementary Vancouver 2.5 mi 4.6
SETON CATHOLIC COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Vancouver 2.8 mi 5.7
CEDAR TREE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ridgefield 3.1 mi 6.0
KINGS WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vancouver 3.3 mi 3.9
Sacajawea Elementary School Vancouver 2.7 mi 6.9
Laurin Middle School Battle Ground 2.4 mi 4.6
Glenwood Heights Primary Vancouver 2.5 mi 7.0
Sunset Elementary School Vancouver 3.2 mi 3.1
SOUTH WEST WASHINGTON LEARNING CENTER Vancouver 3.5 mi 4.4
Preschool Infant Other Battle Ground 2.9 mi 5.9
Skyview High School Vancouver 3.0 mi 5.3
Summit View High School Brush Prairie 3.0 mi 4.3
Open Doors Battle Ground Battle Ground 3.0 mi 6.0
Walnut Grove Elementary Vancouver 4.3 mi 3.7
South Ridge Elementary Ridgefield 3.7 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,616

Median Home Value

$543,500

Median Rent

$1,492/mo

Population

38,550

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

39.4

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Thunder Mountain Middle School Enumclaw, WA 5.7
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College Place Middle School Lynnwood, WA 5.9
Forks Middle School Forks, WA 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Valley Middle

What grades does Pleasant Valley Middle serve?

Pleasant Valley Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Pleasant Valley Middle?

Pleasant Valley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Middle is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Valley Middle rank in WA?

Pleasant Valley Middle ranks #1,359 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Pleasant Valley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Valley Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Valley Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pleasant Valley Middle a charter school?

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

Is Pleasant Valley Middle a Title I school?

No, Pleasant Valley Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Valley Middle?

47.1% of students at Pleasant Valley Middle 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

District

Battle Ground School District
District Enrollment
12,421
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,420
District Rank
#10 of 20

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