PLEASANT VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Pleasant Valley Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Gold Oak Union Elementary school district, located in Placerville, CA with about 158 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 8 teachers, Pleasant Valley Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 Middle School is a public school located in Placerville, California, serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Gold Oak Union School District. Situated in a rural-suburban setting, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development during the critical middle school years. The campus focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards while encouraging student engagement through various classroom activities.

Beyond its core academic program, Pleasant Valley Middle School strives to build a strong sense of community among its student body. The school typically provides opportunities for extracurricular involvement, which may include student leadership programs, athletics, and elective courses that allow students to explore personal interests. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between staff, students, and parents, the school aims to create a safe and inclusive culture that supports the diverse needs of its local community in the Sierra Nevada foothills.

For more information, contact Pleasant Valley Middle at (530) 644-9620 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.