Serving 738 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Hill Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pleasant Hill Middle School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
738 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Be Kind, Be Helpful, Work Hard
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Kind, Be Helpful, Work Hard
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Hill Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3016 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Hill Middle School is ranked #3016 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pleasant Hill Middle School often compared to?
Pleasant Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoia Middle School, Valley View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Middle School?
738 students attend Pleasant Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Pleasant Hill Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill Middle School?
Pleasant Hill Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pleasant Hill Middle School part of?
Pleasant Hill Middle School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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