PLEASANT PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pleasant Plains Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Baltimore County Public Schools school district, located in Towson, MD with about 655 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, Pleasant Plains Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Pleasant Plains Elementary School, located in the suburban community of Towson, Maryland, operates under the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) system. Serving students in the surrounding area, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and student engagement. The school’s curriculum is designed to align with state standards while providing diverse opportunities for students to explore their interests through classroom instruction and various school-wide initiatives.

The school places a strong emphasis on building a collaborative community that involves parents, teachers, and staff working together to support student success. Through its official website, Pleasant Plains provides families with essential resources, including information on school policies, upcoming events, and academic programming. As part of a larger district-wide commitment to excellence, the school strives to prepare its elementary-aged students for the challenges of middle school by focusing on foundational skills and the cultivation of a positive, inclusive school culture.

For more information, contact Pleasant Plains Elementary at (410) 887-3549 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.