Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant Union Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Union Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Pleasant Union Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Union Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)78%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
72%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Union Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Union Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pleasant Union Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brassfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Union Elementary School?
530 students attend Pleasant Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pleasant Union Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Union Elementary School?
Pleasant Union Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pleasant Union Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Union Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Union Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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