Serving 529 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Grove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pleasant Grove Middle School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1908
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Ensuring high levels of learning for all students
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Pleasant Grove Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Grove Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1080 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
8%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
67%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Grove Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Grove Middle School is ranked #1080 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pleasant Grove Middle School often compared to?
Pleasant Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Texas Middle School, Red Lick Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Grove Middle School?
529 students attend Pleasant Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pleasant Grove Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Grove Middle School?
Pleasant Grove Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pleasant Grove Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pleasant Grove Middle School part of?
Pleasant Grove Middle School is part of Pleasant Grove Independent School District.
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