Pleasant Valley High School

About Pleasant Valley High School

Pleasant Valley High School is a vibrant and dynamic learning environment located in the heart of the city. Our school is committed to providing a quality education that prepares students for success in college and beyond. We strive to create an atmosphere of acceptance and respect for all students, regardless of their backgrounds or abilities.
Our school offers a wide range of activities and programs that are designed to meet the needs of all students. We offer a variety of academic courses and extracurricular activities, including sports, music, art, and theater. We also provide a variety of clubs and organizations that promote student leadership and involvement.
At Pleasant Valley High School, we believe in creating a learning environment that is conducive to the success of all students. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where students can grow and learn together. Our staff and faculty are committed to providing a quality education and helping students reach their full potential.

Address:	1475 E. Ave. Chico, CA 95926
Phone:	(530) 879-5100
Site:	pvhs.chicousd.org
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	1,719 students

Overview Pleasant Valley High School

Pleasant Valley High School serves 1,719 students in grades 9-12.
Pleasant Valley High School placed in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Pleasant Valley High School

Pleasant Valley High School is ranked within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Pleasant Valley High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.