Pleasant Plains Elementary School

8300 Pleasant Plains Road

School District

Baltimore County Public Schools
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 08, 2022

Pleasant Plains Elementary provides a nurturing educational environment for students. The diverse population is supported by caring and committed teachers and administrators. Students are engaged in learning because teachers develop relationships with students and focus on individual needs. The office staff are welcoming and support staff are helpful.
Submitted by parent on December 22, 2021

Bullying and violence among the students has grown out of control creating a poor learning environment. The constant disruptions have resulted in low test scores and an underwhelming staff. The principal and assistant principal are completely incompetent. Your children will become tough here.
Submitted by student on July 02, 2017

As a student I have been in pleasant plains since kindergarten and this year I sadly pronounce that I graduated this year 2017. Although PPES can get better with interacting with bullying the guidance consuler, new social worker named Ms. krantitz, and teachers like Ms. Schoen, Ms. Argeullo, Ms. Manko and more, help students with feeling more comfortable during school hours. Although they say that homework does not have a big effect on our report card, they still urge us to do homework. I recommend this to parents who are reading this to put there children into PPES!( and if anyone asks who sent you tell them the retiring broadcast crew director with the last name Kerr sent you and if they don't believe you say "ask Ms. Seymour" lol) hope you make the right choice!! :)
Submitted by parent on December 08, 2015

At first, I wasn't sure I wanted to send my child to this school because I had heard that it was a Title I school. After our first week in Kindergarten, we knew we had made the right choice with Pleasant Plains! Title I means that the school gets more funding and resources than non-Title I schools. The teachers and administrative staff are all excellent. My child has made many new friends among his classmates. There are so many involved parents at PPES; many of my child's classmates' parents volunteer in the classroom. We appreciate the supportive Parent Service Coordinator. There are lots of clubs and programs to participate in, like the LEGO Club and Robotics Club. PPES is a Green School, and there is a school garden being established. The school is also going to pilot a Spanish language immersion program for fourth graders next year. Now that the school year is coming to a close, I reflect on our first year at PPES. It has been a year of many positive changes in my child's life. He has learned so much so quickly. We look forward to next year and several more years of great education at PPES.
Submitted by parent on September 25, 2015

This is a fantastic school. Great technology. Great teachers. A great location. The school has improved dramatically in the last few years.
Submitted by parent on June 22, 2014

At first I was hesitant to send my daughter here because of the unfair comments I heard from people. My daughter just finished 1st grade and I couldn't be happier with our decision to send her here. We have another child who went through one of the "rigorous" Towson elementary schools and we see no difference between PPES in terms of a quality education. In fact the biggest difference that gives PPES the edge is the racial and socio economic diversity. That is hard to come by in this area because many schools are hyper segregated. Long story short excellent teachers, administration and education.
Submitted by parent on June 12, 2014

As my oldest is wrapping up their first year at Pleasant Plains, I can honestly say that this is a wonderful school. The teachers and administration are positive, caring and responsive to all children and their families. As the school year closes, I could not be more proud of what my child acheived! An excellent student thanks to the teachers and staff at PPES!!
Submitted by parent on June 10, 2014

We are currently wrapping up 15 years as Pleasant Plains parents. All 3 of our children spent all of their elementary years here. It has been a great experience. My 3 kids have different learning abilities and all 3 were challenged whether they were GT or needed extra help. The faculty are exceptional and very willing to help with whatever we need. The older 2 were very prepared for middle school and I fully expect the 3rd is, too! I started off as a very involved parent but as the older kids moved on I became less involved with events at PPES but that didn't mean I didn't know what was happening there. The school does a very good job of getting the word out as to everything that is going on and all of the special events. It's a great neighborhood school and I'm thankful for the last 15 years there!
Submitted by parent on June 10, 2014

As a past student of Pleasant Plains, I was excited to have my children attend the same elementary school that I did. My son had a successful K - 5 experience, and my daughter is wrapping up fourth grade this year. The teachers are dedicated, caring and talented. Some of the faculty and staff even live in the surrounding neighborhoods! The principal is a strong leader who wants the best for every student in her school. Safety and academic success are her top priorities. This is obvious from the moment that you meet her. Families who live within the boundary for Pleasant Plains are fortunate to have such an excellent community school.
Submitted by parent on June 03, 2014

When it came time to enroll my oldest in kindergarten I was nervous about sending him to Pleasant Plains simply because of things I had heard from neighbors, the Title 1 status etc. I could not have been more wrong. In the 2 years that we have been at PPES I have continued to be impressed with the quality of the education, administration and the teachers. I have also learned all the benefits of having a child attend a Title 1 school- students have access to technology and experiences that would not be possible without the federal funding. If you are considering moving to the area or already live here and are thinking about school please take a tour, talk to some other parents and know that your kids will thrive here!
Submitted by parent on April 02, 2014

I initially wanted my son to attend another elementary school but I have to admit that I have been very happy with PPES. The academics are great and challenging, the teachers are good and the principal is friendly, thorough and approachable. I suggest you tour the school to see for yourself if you are considering this school.
Submitted by parent on October 17, 2013

My son attended this school and it was a very good school. However, he is now at Saint James Academy, which I think fits his academic needs in an exceptional way!
Submitted by other on September 23, 2013

I loved this school when I was in elementary and I still love it now.... even though Im in high school going to college I still love this school.
Submitted by parent on November 05, 2012

Both my daughters went to Pleasant Plains. My youngest is still there, this is her last year. I have no complaints with the school. Overall it is a good school.