Serving 940 students in grades 7-8, Pleasant Valley Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Junior High School's student population of 940 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
940 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Spartan Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Junior High School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
3%
7%
White
70%
70%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Valley Junior High School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Junior High School is ranked #37 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Pleasant Valley Junior High School often compared to?
Pleasant Valley Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bettendorf Middle School, Rockridge Jr High School, North Scott Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Junior High School?
940 students attend Pleasant Valley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pleasant Valley Junior High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Junior High School?
Pleasant Valley Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Junior High School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant Valley Junior High School part of?
Pleasant Valley Junior High School is part of Pleasant Valley Comm School District.
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