PLEASANT GAP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pleasant Gap El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bellefonte Area SD school district, located in Pleasant Gap, PA with about 222 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 17 teachers, Pleasant Gap El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 Gap Elementary School is a public school located in the town of Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania, and serves as part of the Bellefonte Area School District. Situated at 230 S Main St, the school functions as a community-focused learning environment for students in the elementary grades, typically emphasizing foundational academic development, social-emotional growth, and civic engagement within the local region.

As a member of the Bellefonte Area School District, the school adheres to the district’s broader curriculum standards while maintaining a local identity tailored to the families of Pleasant Gap. The facility serves as a central hub for the small community, often prioritizing small-group instruction, extracurricular activities, and a supportive atmosphere aimed at preparing young learners for their transition to the district's middle and high school programs.

For more information, contact Pleasant Gap El Sch at (814) 359-2739 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.