Easton

The Easton area is home to 3 schools that serve students from elementary through high school: Pleasant Ridge Elementary, Pleasant Ridge High, and Pleasant Ridge Middle. Based on the data, Pleasant Ridge Elementary stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking in the top 25% of Kansas elementary schools with a 4-star rating. The school excels in English Language Arts, Math, and Science proficiency, outpacing the Easton district and state averages.

Pleasant Ridge High also performs well, ranking in the top 15% of Kansas high schools with a 4-star rating. The high school particularly stands out in Math and Science proficiency, surpassing the district and state. In contrast, Pleasant Ridge Middle has seen a decline in its performance, slipping from the top 15% to the top 37% of Kansas middle schools in recent years.

The data suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a role, as the schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, Pleasant Ridge High and Pleasant Ridge Middle, tend to have lower test scores and rankings compared to the more affluent Pleasant Ridge Elementary. Additionally, the higher spending per student and smaller class sizes at the elementary school may contribute to its stronger academic outcomes.