PLEASANT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pleasant Valley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rockingham County Public Schools school district, located in Harrisonburg, VA with about 206 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 15 teachers, Pleasant Valley Elementary 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 Valley Elementary School, located at 215 Pleasant Valley Road in Harrisonburg, Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Rockingham County Public Schools district. The school is situated in a suburban/rural fringe setting, providing a community-focused learning environment for students in the primary grades. It is known for its commitment to fostering academic growth and social development through a structured curriculum that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and character building.

Beyond its core academics, Pleasant Valley Elementary prioritizes a supportive atmosphere characterized by strong engagement between faculty, students, and local families. The school actively promotes a sense of community through various extracurricular activities and initiatives designed to create a well-rounded educational experience. As part of the Harrisonburg-area school system, it benefits from the resources and collaborative network of the broader district, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Pleasant Valley Elementary at (540) 434-4557 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.