Pleasantville High School

Pleasantville Comm School District
415 Jones St
Pleasantville, IA 50225
244 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Pleasantville High School, located at 415 Jones St in Pleasantville, Iowa, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local community. As a cornerstone of the Pleasantville Community School District, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth, personal development, and extracurricular engagement for its student body in a small-town setting. The facility acts as a central hub for the area’s youth, emphasizing a supportive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce.

Beyond its core curriculum, Pleasantville High School is known for its strong community ties and active school spirit. The institution typically offers a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations that allow students to explore their interests and build leadership skills. By prioritizing a blend of rigorous academics and community-focused extracurriculars, the school strives to maintain a well-rounded educational experience that reflects the values and identity of the Pleasantville community.
244
Total Students
17.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    221 (90.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    11 (4.5 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.6 %)
  • Black
    3 (1.2 %)
  • Asian
    3 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pleasantville Comm School District
Phone: (515)848-0541
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 244
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 62
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 62
Grade 10 61
Grade 11 62
Grade 12 59
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Knoxville High School
Knoxville Comm School District
500 Students
1811 W Madison
Knoxville, IA 50138 (9.6 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th