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Pleasant Valley Elementary School in Altoona, PA, is known for its focus on academic achievement and character education. The school is in the Altoona Area School District for grades K-5. Pleasant Valley emphasizes family and community partnerships to foster responsible, lifelong learners. In 2023-2024, district data reported proficiency rates of 48% for reading and 39% for math, consistent with the rate of academic progress. The school is a safe and welcoming environment; students have access to meaningful programs like Safe2Say Something and a facility that is accessible for students of all abilities. For families in the Altoona area, the cost of living is affordable; approximately $1,000/month for renting a home makes it a great location for families looking for the best elementary school in Pennsylvania.
New Playground Name
We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....
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Read MoreAll Grades: 9:00 AM – 3:25 PM
Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM
Note: Doors open at 8:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.
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September to June
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.
466 Students
With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1
25%
Percentage of minority students
432 : 1
Student to counselor ratio
Being Updated
Pleasant Valley has recently launched a partnership with National Math Stars as well as hosted Ballet Quad Cities on site for an arts integration event.
Q1. Are there peer buddy programs at Pleasant Valley Elementary School?
A1. Yes, we pair new students with classmates to help them feel a sense of welcome.
Q2. Are there outdoor learning opportunities at Pleasant Valley Elementary?
A2. Yes, students enjoy learning about the outdoors via nature walks, gardening, and doing outdoor science.
Q3. How does Pleasant Valley Elementary celebrate student creativity?
A3. Student art and projects are showcased during our exhibitions and displays in classrooms.
Q4. Is there a public speaking component to students' experiences at Pleasant Valley Elementary?
A4. Yes, children have several opportunities for public speaking through classroom presentations and speeches or at all school assemblies.
Q5. Do you offer any after-school enrichment clubs?
A5. Yes, enrichment club offerings are optional and typically include the arts, music, and additional special interest activities.
Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.
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