Serving 65 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mount Pleasant School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Pleasant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mount Pleasant School's student population of 65 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount Pleasant School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Pleasant School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Pleasant School's ranking?
Mount Pleasant School is ranked #224 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mount Pleasant School?
65 students attend Mount Pleasant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mount Pleasant School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Pleasant School?
Mount Pleasant School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mount Pleasant School offer ?
Mount Pleasant School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mount Pleasant School part of?
Mount Pleasant School is part of Mount Pleasant School District.
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